Bans unauthorized restaurant reservation arrangement by third-party reservation service.
S 1197 prohibits third-party reservation platforms (like apps or websites) from listing, advertising, or selling restaurant reservations without a written agreement with the restaurant. It directly affects restaurants and third-party services by requiring explicit contracts for reservation distribution. The bill imposes daily civil penalties of up to $500 per violation and allows restaurants or customers to sue for damages, attorney fees, or court-ordered stops to ongoing violations. This mirrors Illinois' similar law and takes effect three months after enactment.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Mar 16, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
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