In CommitteeFiled Jan 13, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39] (D)
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jan 13, 2026
Summary
The bill makes it illegal for merchants to charge customers through automatic‑renewal or free‑to‑pay offers unless they clearly disclose all terms, obtain the shopper’s informed consent, and provide a simple way to cancel. It applies to all online and offline sales that use negative‑option contracts, aiming to protect consumers from unwanted charges.
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