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The New York State Senate just passed a controversial bill banning electronic shelf labels, raising concerns about privacy and potential price hikes for consumers.

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Senate passes ban on in-store electronic shelf labels after debate over privacy and pricing
The New York State Senate on May 12 passed a measure prohibiting in-store electronic shelf labels, with supporters citing privacy and price-discrimination risks and opponents warning the change could raise prices by eliminating dynamic discounts.
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May 16, 2026 at 1:18 PM
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Connecticut is stepping up to protect consumers with a new bill that could cap excessive restocking fees, sparking a debate that might change retail practices for good.

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Connecticut General Assembly proposes cap on consumer goods restocking fees
Connecticut bill aims to limit fees businesses charge for returned consumer goods.
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February 14, 2025 at 12:18 PM
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Colorado's House Bill 1090 could revolutionize retail by mandating clear, upfront pricing and eliminating hidden fees, but will it come at the cost of small businesses?

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Colorado House proposes bill to combat deceptive pricing practices
Legislation seeks total price disclosure to protect consumers from misleading pricing.
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March 2, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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A recent inspection program in San Joaquin County revealed alarming pricing errors in over 12% of retail items, prompting calls for stricter regulations to protect consumers.

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County report finds frequent pricing errors at retail; ag department recommends scanner-registration program
San Joaquin County Agriculture and Weights & Measures staff reported results from a new price-verification program: inspections at 450 retail locations found item-level pricing errors on 12.2% of inspected items and overcharges on 7.8% of purchased items. Staff recommended a funded scanner-registration program and stepped-up enforcement.
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November 22, 2025 at 7:42 AM