Bill > H957

This bill prohibits the inclusion of non-disparagement clauses in contracts for the sale or lease of consumer goods or services. These clauses would otherwise prevent consumers from making any statements regarding the seller, lessor, their employees or agents, or the goods and services themselves. The bill makes it unlawful to threaten or attempt to enforce such a clause, and provides for civil penalties of up to $2,500 for a first violation, $5,000 for subsequent violations, and up to $10,000 for willful, intentional, or reckless violations. The bill also clarifies that it does not prohibit or limit a person or business that hosts online consumer reviews or comments from removing statements that are otherwise lawful to remove.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H957