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NJ S3832
Bill
Status
10/24/2024
Primary Sponsor
Paul Moriarty
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AI Summary
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Retailers offering digital coupons must provide a raincheck valid for at least 60 days when advertised items are out of stock, allowing consumers to later purchase at the same discounted price and terms
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Digital coupons are defined as store coupons, rebates, or discounts advertised in weekly circulars or online that are obtainable only through personal computing devices like smartphones, tablets, or computers
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Violations constitute an unlawful practice under New Jersey's consumer fraud act, with penalties of up to $10,000 for first offenses and up to $20,000 for subsequent offenses
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Additional enforcement remedies include cease and desist orders from the Attorney General, punitive damages, and treble damages and costs awarded to injured consumers
Legislative Description
Requires issuance of raincheck for unavailable good or service advertised by digital coupon.
Commerce
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
10/24/2024