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MO HB1844

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/28/2012

Primary Sponsor

Bill Reiboldt

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Origin

House of Representatives

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires credit card processing service providers to disclose the contract effective date, contract term, monthly minimum fees, and termination fees on all contracts in at least 8-point font.

  • Caps termination fees at $50 maximum and prohibits charging monthly minimum fees for more than one month after contract termination.

  • Classifies violations as unfair and deceptive practices under Missouri consumer protection law.

  • Exempts state banks, national banks, savings associations, and their parent companies, affiliates, and subsidiaries from these requirements.

  • Applies only to new contracts entered into after August 28, 2012.

Legislative Description

Requires specified disclosures on new credit card processing service contracts

Last Action

Public Hearing Completed (H)

4/11/2012

Committee Referrals

Financial Institutions3/26/2012

Full Bill Text

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