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HB 2301

pricing; emergency; enforcement; attorney general.

57th Legislature - Second Regular Session Introduced by Cesar Aguilar and 7 co-sponsors

Arizona bill grants Attorney General authority to enforce pricing regulations during emergencies to prevent price gouging and protect consumers during crises.

House Second Reading
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Bill Summary · HB 2301

Legislative bill overview

HB 2301 addresses pricing practices during emergencies and grants enforcement authority to the Arizona Attorney General. The bill appears designed to prevent price gouging or unfair pricing practices when emergencies occur, though the specific mechanisms and definitions require the full bill text for complete analysis.

Why is this important

Price gouging during emergencies—such as natural disasters, public health crises, or severe weather events—can create significant hardship for vulnerable populations and distort markets when supplies are most critical. Clear legal authority for enforcement helps protect consumers and maintain market stability during crisis periods when normal competitive pressures may not function effectively.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition specificity: How "emergency" and "excessive pricing" are defined will significantly impact whether the law targets genuine price gouging or inadvertently restricts legitimate price adjustments that reflect scarcity
  • Business burden: Retailers and suppliers may argue the enforcement provisions create compliance uncertainty and administrative costs, particularly for small businesses
  • Scope of Attorney General power: Questions may arise about whether broad enforcement authority could be applied inconsistently or expansively beyond the intended purpose

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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