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Consumer Protection: Ending Hidden Fees and Difficult Subscription Cancellations

This act aims to better protect your money from unwanted subscription fees and services. Companies will be required to clearly disclose all costs and terms, and make it easier for you to cancel automatically renewing services. This will give you greater control over your spending and help you avoid billing surprises.
Key points
Companies must get your clear consent before charging for automatically renewing services.
They must clearly present all contract terms, including costs and cancellation methods, before you pay.
Canceling online subscriptions will be simple, often with a single click.
Companies cannot automatically renew contracts for longer than the initial period without your renewed consent.
You will receive regular notifications about subscription terms and easy cancellation methods.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2253
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2025-07-10