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NJ A2153

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Eliana Marin

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits retailers experiencing a coin shortage from charging higher prices to customers who pay with cash for in-person transactions
  • Applies only to retail sales conducted in person, excluding telephone, mail, or internet-based transactions
  • Violations constitute an unlawful practice under New Jersey's consumer fraud act, with penalties up to $10,000 for first offense and $20,000 for subsequent offenses
  • Additional enforcement measures include cease and desist orders from the Attorney General, punitive damages, and treble damages with costs awarded to injured parties
  • Takes effect on the first day of the seventh month following enactment

Legislative Description

Prohibits person experiencing coin shortage from charging consumers higher price for cash payment.

Consumer Affairs

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Consumer Affairs1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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