Prohibits person experiencing coin shortage from charging consumers higher price for cash payment.
This New Jersey bill (A2068) prohibits retailers from charging higher prices for cash payments when they experience a coin shortage. It specifically applies to in-person retail transactions, excluding phone or online sales, and prevents businesses from discriminating against customers who pay with cash. Violations would be treated as unlawful under the state's consumer fraud law, potentially resulting in fines up to $20,000 for repeat offenses. The law aims to ensure cash remains a fair payment option during supply disruptions.
Bill status
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Introduction
Jan 2024
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Governor
Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Jan 9, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee
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3 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
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District
P
Annette Quijano
DDemocratic
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Eliana Pintor Marin
DDemocratic
P
Verlina Reynolds-Jackson
DDemocratic
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