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H389Introduced in the House

To prohibit negative option sales and disclosure of financial and personal information without a consumer’s express agreement

Introduced

Introduced by Steven Howitt, District 04-BRI

What does this bill do?

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Official description

For legislation to prevent the automatic signing up of consumers for products or services. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Where it stands

Accompanied a study order, see H5080

February 11, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

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Bill history

  1. Referred to the Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure

  2. Senate concurred

  3. Hearing scheduled for 10/01/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2

  4. Hearing rescheduled to 10/01/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing location changed

  5. Accompanied a study order, see H5080

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