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Stronger Consumer Protection for Online Subscriptions and Automatic Renewals.

This Act establishes strict new rules for companies offering automatic renewal contracts and free trials, requiring greater transparency and consumer consent. Companies must obtain explicit annual consent for renewals and provide clear, timely notifications before charging consumers. This aims to protect citizens from unexpected charges and difficult cancellation processes.
Key points
Companies must obtain the consumer's express informed consent annually before charging for automatic renewal.
Consumers must be notified at least 7 days before a free trial ends or before any automatic renewal charge.
Cancellation must be easy, including an online mechanism and a toll-free number or email.
Using 'dark patterns' (deceptive interfaces) to obtain consent is prohibited and invalidates the agreement.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1091
Sponsor: Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]
Process start date: 2023-03-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Consumer Online Payment Transparency and Integrity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1091.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Companies must obtain the consumer's express informed consent annually before charging for automatic renewal.
  • Consumers must be notified at least 7 days before a free trial ends or before any automatic renewal charge.
  • Cancellation must be easy, including an online mechanism and a toll-free number or email.
  • Using 'dark patterns' (deceptive interfaces) to obtain consent is prohibited and invalidates the agreement.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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