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NJ S3832

Bill

Status

Introduced

10/24/2024

Primary Sponsor

Paul Moriarty

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Commerce10/24/2024

Full Bill Text

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