An Act amending successor supplier laws
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to clarify and strengthen Massachusetts’s laws regarding ‘successor supplier’ arrangements, particularly when dealing with brand-name products sold to licensed wholesalers. Currently, there can be uncertainty about the responsibilities of the new supplier when taking over a business that previously sold these goods. The bill seeks to provide more specific rules and protections to ensure consumers and wholesalers are safeguarded.
Key provisions
- Clarifies the definition of a ‘successor supplier’ in the context of brand-name goods.
- Addresses the responsibility of the new supplier for warranties and product information.
- Requires the new supplier to provide accurate details about the product’s history.
- Specifies requirements for disclosing any changes made to the product or its packaging.
- Establishes a process for resolving disputes between wholesalers and successor suppliers.
Who is affected
- Licensed wholesalers
- Brand-name product manufacturers
- Consumers in Massachusetts
- Retailers in Massachusetts
- Successor suppliers
Notable changes
- Provides greater clarity on warranty obligations.
- Requires disclosure of product history to ensure transparency.
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