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NJ A2477
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Annette Quijano
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AI Summary
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Requires providers of membership, subscription, or technology services to clearly disclose the ultimate cost of products at the point of sale, including all fees for cancellation, returns, restocking, shipping, and activation
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Prohibits providers from advertising products as "free" if they charge return/restocking fees, assess cancellation fees that incorporate the product's value, or include hidden product costs within regular service bills
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Defines "ultimate cost" as the total final cost including all divided payments and associated fees throughout the contract period
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Excludes Internet service providers from the law's requirements
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Takes effect on the first day of the third month following enactment, with violations subject to penalties under the Consumer Fraud Act
Legislative Description
"Free Means Free Act"; prohibits misleading advertising of free products.
Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture
Last Action
Reported out of Asm. Comm. with Amendments, and Referred to Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee
10/24/2024