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OK HB1318
Bill
Status
2/7/2011
Primary Sponsor
Danny Morgan
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AI Summary
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Amends Oklahoma Consumer Protection Act (15 O.S. 2001, Section 753) to add "free offers" to list of unlawful consumer practices.
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Prohibits businesses from making free offer promotions unless they obtain necessary billing information directly from the consumer and provide clear, conspicuous disclosure of all terms and potential financial obligations.
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Defines "free offer" as rebates or free products/services where accepting them requires consumer contact to avoid incurring financial obligation for additional products or services.
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Exempts free offers when consumer and business have established business relationship from prior purchase within 18 months; exemption does not extend to business affiliates unless consumer would reasonably expect affiliate involvement.
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Violations constitute unfair or deceptive trade practices subject to enforcement action by Oklahoma Attorney General or district attorneys; effective November 1, 2011.
Legislative Description
Contracts; prohibiting free offers unless certain conditions are met; effective date.
Civil and Criminal Procedure and Courts
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Economic Development, Tourism and Financial Services
2/8/2011