Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced

S2819 — An Act relative to credit card surcharges and transparency in credit card fees

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis.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.

In plain language

The bill addresses credit card surcharges and promotes transparency in credit card fees.

This legislation concerns how businesses can charge surcharges when customers use credit cards. It also aims to ensure transparency regarding credit card fees.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: Consumers may find it easier to understand any additional costs associated with using credit cards.

Summary

An Act relative to credit card surcharges and transparency in credit card fees

Bill Text

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Sponsors

  • Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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

Sponsors (1)

  • Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (203)

203 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does S2819 do?
An Act relative to credit card surcharges and transparency in credit card fees
Who sponsors S2819?
S2819 is sponsored by Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
What is the current status of S2819?
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.
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