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AL HB528
Bill
Status
5/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Frances Holk-Jones
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 8-31-3 of the Alabama Code to make it unlawful for any person or entity to impose unconscionable prices during a declared state of emergency.
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Expands the prohibition to cover the sale or rental of commodities, rental of facilities, and provision of services during the emergency period.
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Applies to time periods and affected areas specified in a proclamation by the Governor or a joint resolution of the Legislature issued pursuant to Section 31-9-8(a).
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Violations constitute a violation of Section 8-19-5 of the Alabama Code.
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Becomes effective on October 1, 2025.
Legislative Description
Consumer protection, prohibition on unconscionable pricing during a declared emergency further provided for
Consumer Protection
Last Action
Enacted
5/14/2025