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MS SB2651

Bill

Status

Passed

3/29/2010

Primary Sponsor

Dean Kirby

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires all business entities providing credit card processing hardware or software to retail merchants to comply with the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act of 2003 beginning January 1, 2011.

  • Prohibits electronically printed receipts from displaying more than the last five digits of the credit card or debit card account number or the card's expiration date.

  • Exempts transactions recorded solely by handwriting, imprint, or physical copy of the card from these receipt printing requirements.

  • Establishes penalties of up to $100 for first offense, up to $500 for second offense, and up to $1,000 for each subsequent willful violation.

  • Effective date is July 1, 2010.

Legislative Description

Credit card processing hardware or software; shall meet federal law requirements when provided to retail merchants.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/29/2010

Full Bill Text

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