H4557
An Act increasing the penalties for unfair and deceptive actions perpetrated against persons with disabilities and senior citizens
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Bill overview
This bill aims to strengthen penalties for businesses and individuals who engage in unfair or deceptive practices targeting people with disabilities and senior citizens. It seeks to protect vulnerable populations from exploitation by increasing the potential consequences of such actions. The bill focuses on ensuring these groups are treated fairly and with respect in commercial transactions and interactions. It reinforces existing protections to deter harmful behavior.
Key provisions
- Increases fines for violations of consumer protection laws.
- Expands the definition of ‘unfair or deceptive’ actions to include practices specifically targeting vulnerable populations.
- Allows for greater legal recourse for victims of these deceptive practices.
- Strengthens enforcement mechanisms for investigating and prosecuting violations.
- Clarifies penalties for businesses that fail to provide accessible services to individuals with disabilities.
Who is affected
- Persons with disabilities
- Senior citizens
- Businesses
- Consumer protection agencies
- Legal professionals
Notable changes
- The bill increases the severity of penalties for deceptive practices against vulnerable groups.
- It broadens the scope of what constitutes an ‘unfair or deceptive’ action.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Aging and Independence
Cosponsor
Bruce J. Ayers
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An Act increasing the penalties for unfair and deceptive actions perpetrated against persons with disabilities and senior citizens
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Aging and Independence Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 3 actions for Bill H.4557
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 10/2/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on Aging and Independence |
| 10/2/2025 | House | New draft of H756 |
| 10/2/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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