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Ending Gender-Based Pricing for Products and Services

This act aims to prohibit charging different prices for similar consumer products and services based on gender. This means companies will no longer be able to charge more for the same items or services if they are intended or marketed for women, compared to men. Citizens can expect fairer prices and the elimination of the so-called "pink tax."
Key points
Prohibition on Price Differences: Companies cannot sell similar products or services at different prices based on the user's gender.
Enforcement: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will oversee compliance, and state attorneys general can sue companies for violations.
Consumer Compensation: State attorneys general can seek damages, restitution, or other compensation on behalf of residents harmed by such pricing practices.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3853
Sponsor: Rep. Speier, Jackie [D-CA-14]
Process start date: 2021-06-11