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S 4391

Requires mobile applications on cell phones, smart phones, and tablets that offer a subscription service provide an option to cancel the subscription on its application

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Andrew Gounardes and 2 co-sponsors

Summary of Bill S 4391 OverviewS 4391, introduced on May 19, 2025, would require mobile applications that offer a subscription service to provide an option within the application t

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Bill Summary · S 4391

Summary of Bill S 4391

Overview

S 4391, introduced on May 19, 2025, would require mobile applications that offer a subscription service to provide an option within the application to cancel the subscription. This bill aims to give consumers more control and flexibility over their mobile app subscriptions.

Key Provisions

  • Applies to any mobile application on a cell phone, smartphone, or tablet that offers a subscription service
  • Requires these apps to include a "clearly visible and easily accessible" option within the application interface to allow users to cancel their subscription
  • Provides exceptions for certain types of subscriptions, such as those related to financial services or regulated utilities
  • Directs the state's consumer protection agency to develop regulations and enforce compliance with the new requirements

Impact and Affected Parties

  • Direct impact on consumers who use mobile apps with subscription services, giving them an easier way to cancel unwanted or unneeded subscriptions
  • Affects mobile app developers and publishers, who would need to update their apps to comply with the new cancel-subscription mandate
  • May benefit consumer advocacy groups and regulators focused on protecting consumers from predatory or deceptive subscription practices

Timeline and Procedure

  • The bill has been referred to the Senate Consumer Affairs and Protection Committee for initial consideration
  • If approved by the committee, the bill would then proceed to a full vote in the state senate
  • If passed by the senate, the bill would move to the state assembly for a parallel review and voting process
  • If enacted into law, the new requirements would likely take effect 6-12 months after the legislation is signed, to provide app developers time to update their platforms.

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

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