CT SB00003

Bans hidden fees in pricing (effective July 1, 2026): Businesses must include all mandatory fees in advertised prices, with exceptions for government taxes, shipping costs, mandatory gratuities (if disclosed), and identity verification charges up to $1

Regulates internet-connected devices with cameras/microphones (effective July 1, 2026): Manufacturers must display disclaimers about audio/video transmission, allow consumers to decline camera/microphone activation, maintain security measures for personal data, and prohibit using recordings for targeted advertising without opt-in consent

Establishes right-to-repair for electronics and appliances (effective July 1, 2026): Manufacturers must provide documentation, parts, and tools to owners and independent repair shops on fair terms for 3-5 years after production ends; excludes motor vehicles, alarm systems, video game consoles, and farm/construction equipment

Strengthens price gouging and subscription cancellation rules: Expands price gouging prohibition to cover leases/rentals throughout distribution chain during declared emergencies; requires businesses to send annual reminders about auto-renewal subscriptions and provide telephone cancellation options beginning July 1, 2026

Requires rental price transparency (effective October 1, 2025): Landlords must include all mandatory periodic fees in advertised rent; rental agreements must include a standardized summary form; tenant payments must be applied to rent first; violations subject landlords to one month's rent penalty plus attorney's fees