Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H4159 — An Act relative to cardholder surcharges

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Summary

An Act relative to cardholder surcharges

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The bill allows sellers to impose a surcharge on credit and debit card payments, changing the existing prohibition on such surcharges.

  • Section 28A of chapter 140D of the General Laws

    (2) No seller in any sales transaction may impose a surcharge on a cardholder who elects to use a credit card in lieu of payment by cash, check or similar means. → (2) A seller in any sales transaction may impose a surcharge of one half of the processing fee on a cardholder who elects to use a credit card or debit card in lieu of payment by cash, check or similar means. The charging of the surcharge fee shall be clearly stated on the bill or invoice prior to payment.

    This change allows sellers to charge a surcharge for credit and debit card transactions, provided it is clearly communicated to the customer.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does H4159 do?
An Act relative to cardholder surcharges
Who sponsors H4159?
H4159 is sponsored by Colleen M. Garry (Democrat).
What is the current status of H4159?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track H4159?
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