HB1621 - Consumer Protection Summary

• Prohibits merchants from charging any fees, including processing or administrative fees, to repair, replace, or refund damaged or defective goods.

• Requires high turnover restaurant franchisees to disclose at their entrance via clearly visible signage when they do not participate in specific national advertising campaigns offering discounts or promotions.

• Prohibits high turnover restaurant franchisors from imposing restrictions or conditions on franchisees that would prevent them from making required non-participation disclosures.

• Defines "high turnover restaurant" as a sit-down, full-service establishment with typical one-hour customer stays, moderate pricing, and wait staff service, excluding fast food restaurants.

• Part II provisions regarding high turnover restaurants sunset on July 1, 2023.