An Act regulating self-checkouts in grocery establishments
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to regulate the use of self-checkout lanes in grocery stores by limiting the number of stations allowed and establishing penalties for repeated violations. The goal is to address concerns about potential issues with self-checkout systems, such as insufficient staffing to assist customers and potential errors. It seeks to ensure a sufficient level of customer service and accuracy within grocery stores. The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Key provisions
- Limits the number of self-checkout stations in grocery establishments.
- Imposes fines for repeated violations of self-checkout regulations.
- Directs the Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to oversee implementation.
- The bill was referred to the Senate Ways and Means committee.
Who is affected
- Grocery establishments
- Customers of grocery stores
- Grocery store employees
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Sponsors
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6 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf
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