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AL HB610
Bill
Status
3/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Chris Sells
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AI Summary
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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
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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
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For online subscriptions, businesses must provide a prominently located "click to cancel" button or direct cancellation link within account settings
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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
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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