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TX HB4061
Bill
Status
3/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jared Patterson
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AI Summary
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Prohibits large credit card issuers (with over $85 billion in consolidated assets) and payment card networks from price-fixing swipe fees or using fee schedules established by payment networks or shared with other issuers
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Requires credit card issuers to disclose swipe fee amounts on monthly cardholder statements, with compliance required by March 1, 2026
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Requires payment card networks to disclose the rate and total amount of swipe fees charged to merchants within 45 days of each transaction
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Prohibits charging disputed transaction fees to cardholders or merchants unless a finding of fact determines responsibility and written notification is provided; also prohibits penalizing merchants who offer discounts for cash, debit, or gift card payments
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Authorizes the Attorney General to investigate violations and pursue civil penalties ranging from $300,000 for individuals up to $30 million for entities with $500 million or more in assets/market capitalization, with no private cause of action created
Legislative Description
Relating to unlawful practices relating to credit card transactions; providing a civil penalty.
Financial
Last Action
Left pending in committee
4/14/2025