Bill > H251

This bill requires vendors who sell goods or services from temporary locations, such as booths, tents, or kiosks, rather than a fixed building, to obtain a surety bond. This bond, provided by a licensed insurance or surety company, guarantees that consumers will be repaid for their purchases up to $1,000 per transaction if they return the item. The bond must be valid for one year from the date the vendor is granted permission to operate at that location. Landlords who rent space to these vendors and cities or towns that issue licenses for such temporary sales must receive a copy of the bond before granting permission and keep a copy for one year after the bond expires. Vendors are also required to prominently display a copy of their bond. This measure aims to provide consumers with greater financial protection when buying from vendors operating outside of traditional retail spaces, while other consumer rights and remedies remain unaffected.