S2150
An Act providing for software licensing fairness
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Bill overview
This bill, S.2150, aims to establish fairness in software licensing practices. It seeks to address potential issues related to the terms and conditions of software licenses, ensuring they are transparent and equitable for users. The bill intends to promote clarity and predictability in how software is licensed and used. It’s designed to improve the overall experience for individuals and organizations utilizing software.
Key provisions
- Requires software vendors to provide clear and understandable licensing terms.
- Addresses potential issues with software license restrictions.
- Promotes transparency in software licensing practices.
- Aims to ensure fair usage of licensed software.
Who is affected
- Software users
- Software developers
- Software vendors
- Businesses utilizing software
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Primary sponsor
Barry R. Finegold
Cosponsor
Barry R. Finegold
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Bill S.2150 194th (Current)
An Act providing for software licensing fairness
By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2150) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation relative to fair software licensing. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Barry R. Finegold Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.2150
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 7/9/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1 |
| 7/12/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 7/24/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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