Truth in Giving

HB 2710, the "Truth in Giving Act," requires thrift stores to clearly disclose whether donations support charities or for-profit businesses. If a thrift store is a charity (501(c)(3)), it must show the charity’s name and contact info to donors and shoppers. If it’s a for-profit store, it must display the warning "THIS IS NOT A CHARITY. DONATIONS MADE HERE SUPPORT A FOR-PROFIT BUSINESS" on drop boxes, at pickup locations, and in stores. Violations can result in fines up to $500 per offense, enforced by the Secretary of State. The bill directly affects thrift operators and donors/shoppers who give or buy donated items.