On Jun. 7, RI LEG passed bill prohibition charging senior for hard copy.
RI LEG passed SB 2278, Senior savings protection act, which amended RI LEG 6-40.
Provisions
Prohibits any party from charging a fee for providing a hard copy of a paper bill, statement, or invoice in the sale of goods or services to a person 65 or older.
Violation of this prohibition is deemed to be a deceptive trade practice subject to a fine of up to $500 as a penalty for a deceptive trade practice under RI LEG 6-13.1-14.
Legislative History
On Feb. 12, 2024, bill was introduced in Senate; on May 14, 2024, bill passed Senate.
On May 15, 2024, bill was introduced in House; on May 30, 2024, bill passed House.
On Jun. 7, 2024, bill was transmitted to governor; bill pending governor review.
Effectiveness
Upon approval, SB 2278 will be effective Jan. 1, 2025.
Jun. 2024 RI LEG Bill Approval
On Jun. 12, 2024, RI LEG reported bill approval by governor, effective Jan. 1, 2025.
Regulators
RI LEG
Entity Types
CNSM; Corp
Reference
Bill SB2278, 6/12/2024; Bill SB2278 SUBA, 6/7/2024; Citation: *RI LEG* 6-13.1-14, 6-40;
