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PA SB1005
Bill
Status
9/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Lisa Boscola
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AI Summary
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Retail sellers must accept cash payment for in-person purchases under $500, amending Pennsylvania's Cash Consumer Protection Act
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Sellers may refuse large-denomination bills if they post a conspicuous written policy specifying which denominations are not accepted
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"Cash payment" is defined as physical U.S. legal tender (paper currency and coins), excluding electronic transfers and checks
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Willful violations subject to civil penalties up to $200 per violation, enforceable by the Attorney General or district attorneys
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Consumers harmed by violations may bring private actions to recover actual damages or $100 (whichever is greater), with courts able to award up to triple damages plus attorney's fees
Legislative Description
Further providing for definitions and for refusal to provide property prohibited, providing for refusal to accept cash payment and further providing for injunctive relief, for civil penalties and for private actions.
Last Action
Referred to Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure
9/17/2025