A09599Introduced in the Assembly
Requires certain stores that accept credit or debit card payment to accept flexible benefit cards as a form of payment for eligible items; defines terms; establishes penalties for violations of such requirement to accept payment by flexible benefit card; requires the superintendent of financial services to provide education and outreach to covered stored to inform them of the such requirement.
Introduced by Larinda Hooks, District 35
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Requires certain stores that accept credit or debit card payment to accept flexible benefit cards as a form of payment for eligible items; defines terms; establishes penalties for violations of such requirement to accept payment by flexible benefit card; requires the superintendent of financial services to provide education and outreach to covered stored to inform them of the such requirement.
Where it stands
referred to consumer affairs and protection
January 21, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
referred to consumer affairs and protection
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