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NJ A2922

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/9/2024

Primary Sponsor

Gary Schaer

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Origin

General Assembly

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Retail stores are prohibited from imposing surcharges on customers who pay with credit cards instead of cash, check, or similar payment methods

  • Retail motor fuel dealers are exempt and may charge different prices for cash versus credit customers, as long as neither price falls below the net cost of fuel plus selling expenses

  • Violations constitute unlawful practices under New Jersey's consumer fraud act, carrying penalties of up to $10,000 for first offenses and up to $20,000 for subsequent offenses

  • The Attorney General may issue cease and desist orders against violators, and injured parties may receive treble damages, punitive damages, and costs

Legislative Description

Prohibits retail mercantile establishments from imposing surcharges on consumer credit card purchases.

Consumer Affairs

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee

1/9/2024

Committee Referrals

Consumer Affairs1/9/2024

Full Bill Text

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