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A 2537

Relates to requiring the disclosure of fees on certain internet websites and mobile applications

2025 Regular Session Introduced by William Colton and 1 co-sponsor

Mandates disclosure of consumer fees on certain websites/apps before checkout, boosting transparency and helping buyers compare total transaction costs.

REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION
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Bill Summary · A 2537

Summary of Bill A 2537

Overview

Bill A 2537, titled Relates to requiring the disclosure of fees on certain internet websites and mobile applications, would mandate that online platforms disclose fees charged to consumers. The measure is currently referred to the Committee on Consumer Affairs and Protection.

What the bill would do

  • Require disclosure of fees charged by certain internet websites and mobile applications to consumers.
  • Emphasize transparency in the fee structure presented to users prior to completing a transaction (as indicated by the bill’s title and purpose, though specific disclosure requirements are not detailed in the provided information).

Note: The exact definitions (e.g., which websites/apps are covered, what constitutes a “fee,” and the timing or format of disclosures) are not specified in the information provided.

Scope and definitions (as available)

  • The provided materials identify only the broad aim of fee disclosures on internet platforms. Specifics on scope, exemptions, formats, or enforcement would be determined by the bill text and any amendments.

Affected parties

  • Online platforms, marketplaces, and mobile applications that charge fees to consumers.
  • Consumers who use such websites or apps and pay fees during transactions.
  • Potentially, businesses operating within the covered platforms that interact with these consumer transactions.

Legislative status and history

  • Introduced: January 17, 2025.
  • Current status: REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION.
  • Legislative actions: Listed twice on January 17, 2025 as “REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION.”
  • Sponsors: Nader Sayegh (primary) and William Colton (cosponsor).

Related legislation

  • A 8719 (prior-session)
  • A 2521 (prior-session)
  • A 99 (prior-session)

Potential impact and considerations

  • Consumer impact: Increased transparency around all fees could help consumers compare total costs more accurately.
  • Platform impact: May require changes to fee labeling, checkout summaries, or disclosures; potential compliance costs.
  • Administrative risk: Enforcement and penalties (not detailed here) would depend on the eventual bill text.
  • Legislative pathway: As a committee referral, further action would depend on committee review, potential amendments, and eventual floor consideration.

If you’d like, I can incorporate any available text from the bill or related amendments to refine the summary further.

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

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