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AL HB610

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Chris Sells

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Businesses offering automatic renewal or continuous service subscriptions must provide clear, conspicuous disclosures before purchase, including renewal terms, cancellation policies, recurring charges, and term length

  • Consumers must be able to cancel subscriptions using the same method they used to sign up (online, phone, mail, in-person), and businesses cannot obstruct or delay the cancellation process

  • For online subscriptions, businesses must provide a prominently located "click to cancel" button or direct cancellation link within account settings

  • Businesses must send reminder notices 3-21 days before free trials or promotional periods end, and 15-45 days before annual subscriptions auto-renew; fee changes require 7-30 days advance notice

  • Knowing or reckless violations constitute deceptive trade practices enforceable by the Attorney General, with civil penalties up to $7,500 per violation plus attorney fees; effective October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Automatic renewal agreements; disclosures and notice required, prohibits obstruction or delay of cancelling agreements, authorizes Attorney General to enforce, penalties provided

Consumer Protection

Last Action

Pending House Commerce and Small Business

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce and Small Business3/11/2026

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