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MA S521

Relative to the honoring and cashing of checks


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to the honoring and cashing of checks. Financial Services.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 167 of the General Laws to require banks doing business in the Commonwealth, except for internet banks and national banks, to honor and cash checks drawn on the bank, up to $2,500, presented by any person, regardless of whether they have an account at the bank, and without charging a fee. The bill sets out three conditions that must be met: the person providing adequate identification, the bank having no reason to suspect the check is forged, and the check amount not exceeding $2,500. Failure to comply with these provisions would result in a fine of up to $500 per violation.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2496 (on 04/30/2018)

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