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New Rules for Restaurant Reservation Services

This new law aims to regulate third-party restaurant reservation services. These services will now only be able to offer reservations if they have a written agreement with the restaurant. This is intended to protect consumers from unauthorized reservations and ensure fairness in the market.
Key points
Third-party reservation services must have a written agreement with restaurants to offer reservations.
Agreements cannot force restaurants to pay for damages caused by the reservation service.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will enforce these rules, treating violations as unfair practices.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3403
Sponsor: Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1]
Process start date: 2025-05-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SEAT Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3403.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Third-party reservation services must have a written agreement with restaurants to offer reservations.
  • Agreements cannot force restaurants to pay for damages caused by the reservation service.
  • The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will enforce these rules, treating violations as unfair practices.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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