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MN SF3920
Bill
Status
2/19/2024
Primary Sponsor
Heather Gustafson
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AI Summary
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Amends club membership cancellation and termination rights, allowing members to cancel within 3 business days and terminate at any time without fees through multiple methods (in-person, phone, mail, email, or online).
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Requires clubs to provide contracts with conspicuous notices (14-point boldface minimum) explaining members' rights to cancel and terminate, with specific contact information for providing notice.
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Establishes new regulations for "indefinite subscription agreements" (auto-renewing or continuous service contracts) requiring clear disclosure of offer terms, recurring charges, and cancellation policies before consumer consent.
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Prohibits sellers from charging before agreement authorization, requiring a right of first refusal, making abusive retention tactics, or offering incentives to prevent cancellation without prior consumer permission.
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Requires websites with subscription management to include a simple online termination election option; exempts agreements governed by other state/federal law and certain licensed professions (insurance, utilities, financial services).
Legislative Description
Automatic renewal related terms definitions and regulation provisions
Last Action
Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to Judiciary and Public Safety
3/20/2024