prohibiting retailers from engaging in price gouging on certain necessary products and services.

Summary

The bill would make it illegal for any retailer or other seller to charge unreasonably high prices for necessities when a state of emergency or abnormal market disruption is declared. It sets out how to judge excessive pricing and gives state prosecutors the power to sue and seek penalties. The measure is intended to protect consumers during crises.

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