CT HB05744

Businesses cannot require consumers to authorize storage of credit or debit card information as a precondition to entering into or amending a consumer agreement, or for automatic renewal or continuous service provisions

Temporary storage of card information remains permitted when consumers voluntarily submit payment details for a specific purchase, provided the business deletes the information after processing the transaction

Violations constitute an unfair or deceptive trade practice under Connecticut General Statutes section 42-110b

The Commissioner of Consumer Protection may adopt regulations to implement the provisions

Effective October 1, 2025