HB2396 Summary

• Changes the chapter heading of Arizona's dating services law from "Dating Referral Services" to "Dating Services"

• Adds definitions including "banned member," "fraud ban," "member," "members in this state," and "online dating service" to clarify terms used in the dating services regulations

• Requires online dating services to notify Arizona members who previously received messages from a banned member within 24 hours (or up to 3 days if necessary) using email, text, or other consented communication methods

• Notification must include the banned member's username or profile identifier, warning that they may use false identities or attempt fraud, advisory not to send money or personal financial information, and a hyperlink with fraud prevention information

• Provides liability protection for online dating services acting in good faith when notifying members or disclosing information about fraud bans, and does not create a private right of action