Prohibits seller providing service or selling goods from charging surcharge to customer using debit card or gift card.*
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Overview
This bill prohibits businesses from charging extra fees when customers pay with debit cards or gift cards. If a business charges a fee for credit card transactions, they must clearly inform customers beforehand that they cannot apply those fees to debit or gift card payments. Violations of the bill can result in significant fines and penalties, and the Attorney General can issue cease and desist orders. The bill aims to protect consumers from unfair surcharges.
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James Beach
M. Ruiz
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