Senate panel backs voluntary trusted‑contact program to help banks detect fraud Senate File 4652 would authorize banks and credit unions to implement voluntary 'trusted contact' programs so a named person can be contacted if a bank detects fraud on an account; the Department of Commerce and bankers' association supported a flexible, opt‑in approach and the committee recommended the bill to general orders.

Minnesota is taking a bold step to combat account fraud with a new bipartisan bill that allows customers to designate trusted contacts for added security!

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After family’s struggle, committee backs bill to require insurers cover police chemical cleanup The committee approved a bill to bar homeowners‑insurance exclusions for damage from peace officers' use of chemical irritants and to let insurers seek reimbursement from responsible local government units; a son of affected homeowners told lawmakers his family endured months of disputes over proper decontamination.

A new bill in Minnesota could change the game for homeowners affected by police operations, ensuring insurers cover costly chemical cleanup after devastating incidents.

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Supporters tell Senate committee a regulatory 'sandbox' could ease market entry while keeping disclosures At a third hearing on SB90, the Buckeye Institute and other advocates described a universal regulatory sandbox to let innovators test products with agency oversight and disclosures; senators pressed witnesses on consumer protections, waivable rules and proposed time limits for sandbox participation.

A proposed regulatory 'sandbox' in Ohio could revolutionize how innovators test their products while keeping consumer protections in check—could this be the future of market entry?

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Ohio Senate General Government Committee hears proponent testimony for bill to regulate kratom sales At a second hearing on SB299, patients, retailers and industry experts urged the Senate General Government Committee to regulate natural kratom leaf while banning or limiting synthetic derivatives, calling for age restrictions, testing, labeling and vendor accountability rather than an outright ban.

Supporters of Ohio's Senate Bill 299 are rallying for smart regulations that protect consumers while ensuring access to natural kratom for those in pain.

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House Technology Innovation Committee adopts substitute to HB 563 after arts groups detail ticket fraud The House Technology Innovation Committee adopted a substitute to House Bill 563 after testimony from performing-arts organizations that described widespread ticket fraud, deceptive resale practices and financial losses for venues. The substitute aligns with updated federal ticketing guidance and aims to increase pricing transparency and enforcement.

The House Technology Innovation Committee has taken a stand against rampant ticket fraud that is costing performing arts venues thousands, adopting new measures to protect patrons from deceptive resale practices.

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FTC Warns Payment Giants Over Debanking Practices FTC warns Visa, Mastercard and PayPal on Mar 27, 2026; agency links action to March 2026 executive order and flags de-banking risks to consumers and small businesses.

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CFC's Executive Director Robert Herell also spoke with ABC7 Bay Area about this important and timely legislative package.

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The Hidden Price of Gaming: How Dark Patterns Are Manipulating Aussie Players The ACCC is targeting dark patterns and manipulative design in gaming. Here's what Aussie gamers need to know about loot boxes, subscriptions, and their wallets.

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Fake Reviews Scandal Hits Top Platforms — UK Watchdog Steps In Concerns grow over whether online ratings are being manipulated to influence buyers

UK watchdog probes fake reviews on major platforms including Autotrader and Just Eat

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Senate AG subcommittee carries over dog-breeding licensure bill after testimony on puppy mills A Senate Agriculture subcommittee heard testimony supporting S.720, a proposal to require licensing, veterinary records and inspections for commercial dog breeders to curb ‘puppy mills.’ Sponsors and advocates urged work with stakeholders; the subcommittee voted 4–1 to carry the bill for further drafting and stakeholder review.

A crucial Senate committee is taking action against puppy mills by considering a new bill that could transform dog breeding practices in South Carolina.

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Lawmakers pass utility oversight bills after fuel-adjustment charge hike raises concerns Lawmakers passed HB 24-87 and HB 24-88 to strengthen oversight of the Commonwealth Utilities Corporation after a CPUC order led to a fuel-adjustment charge increase; legislators called for transparency, independent audits and anti-price-gouging enforcement.

Lawmakers are taking action to protect consumers as utility bills rise, passing crucial oversight bills to demand transparency and accountability from the Commonwealth Utilities Corporation.

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Committee advances bill to limit utility up‑charging in older mobile‑home parks; owners and residents split SB 18‑05 was advanced after a striker that aligns mobile‑home utility billing with landlord‑tenant law: residents and advocates said the change protects homeowners from opaque up‑charging and eviction risk, while owners and managers warned the proposal lacks a clear billing methodology and could raise costs.

A new bill aims to stop the cycle of utility up-charging in Arizona's older mobile-home parks, but will it really protect residents or just lead to higher costs?

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Assembly panel advances bill to ban individualized "surveillance pricing" by retailers AB 2,564 would prohibit retailers from using personal data collected by electronic surveillance to set individualized prices for goods; sponsors said the bill preserves traditional discounts while opponents warned of compliance burdens and unintended effects on loyalty programs.

A new bill in California aims to ban "surveillance pricing," protecting consumers from discriminatory pricing while preserving traditional discounts—will it succeed?

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Judiciary Committee roundup: technical DOC bill, cannabis data, autonomous‑vehicle language, agritourism, survivor benefits, and arbitration measures The Judiciary Committee handled multiple bills in one session: it recommended the DOC technical omnibus to pass to the floor, referred cannabis data and arbitration measures to other committees, laid over several bills for drafting or fiscal review, and advanced the grooming bill to education finance.

The Minnesota Senate Judiciary Committee tackled a wide range of critical issues, from cannabis data practices to autonomous vehicle regulations, setting the stage for significant legislative changes.

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Senators adopt retail limits for hemp beverages, table on‑site consumption amendment The South Carolina Senate adopted a retail‑sales amendment to H 39 24 that allows single‑serving hemp beverage cans behind the counter and permits sale of preexisting stock through Nov. 12, 2026, while tabling a separate amendment to allow limited on‑site consumption after a roll‑call vote.

South Carolina's Senate just moved forward with new rules for hemp beverages, allowing retail sales while putting the brakes on on-site consumption—what does this mean for consumers?

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Iowa Senate approves HF 2739, a temporary HMO tax to fund Medicaid after heated floor debate The Iowa Senate passed House File 2739, which temporarily raises a health‑maintenance-organization premium tax (to 3.5% contingent on CMS approval, then 0.95% thereafter) and adds a Medicaid supplemental appropriation after extended debate over consumer costs and budget tradeoffs.

The Iowa Senate has passed a controversial bill that temporarily raises HMO taxes to boost Medicaid funding, igniting heated debates over consumer costs and budget implications.

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Union leaders, Minnesota lawmakers push to ban ‘‘surveillance pricing’’ tied to electronic shelf labels Union leaders, grocery workers and DFL lawmakers urged the Minnesota Legislature to ban AI‑driven ‘‘surveillance pricing’’ enabled by electronic shelf labels, saying the practice would make budgeting harder for families and put hundreds of union pricing and department jobs at risk.

Minnesota lawmakers and union leaders are fighting to ban AI-driven "surveillance pricing" in grocery stores, warning it could jeopardize jobs and make budgeting a nightmare for families.

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Committee backs bill to cap commercial robocalls to Tennessee residences at 10,000 per month Chairman Baum's HB 2408 would limit commercial robocalls to residential households to 10,000 calls per month, require reporting to the Tennessee Public Utility Commission and allow enforcement by the attorney general; the committee attached an amendment and advanced the bill to Government Operations.

Tennessee is taking a stand against the "annoyance economy" by capping robocalls to homes at just 10,000 a month!

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Committee hears dueling testimony on bill targeting 'claim-shark' veterans-benefits companies Supporters told the committee HB 30 29 would protect veterans from companies that charge contingent fees and promise guaranteed benefits; industry witnesses and some private providers warned the bill as written could limit lawful choice and impede accredited attorneys' ability to operate, recommending targeted amendments and exemptions.

A new bill in Missouri aims to crack down on predatory firms exploiting veterans, but could it risk limiting their access to essential legal services?

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Committee backs SF 3704 after expert and user testimony on kratom safety and product standards After testimony from a drug‑policy researcher and a user, the Minnesota Senate Judiciary Committee recommended SF 3704, a regulatory approach that supporters say would focus on product standards (labeling and limits on adulterants) and raise the purchase age to 21 while work continues on labeling.

Dr. Jack Henningfield's testimony reveals a critical distinction between natural whole-leaf kratom and dangerous adulterated products, sparking a heated debate in the Senate about safety and regulations.

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Senate adopts kratom excise and amends games-of-skill taxes as part of LB901 revenue package The Nebraska Legislature adopted an amendment imposing a 10% excise tax on kratom products and approved changes to games-of-skill auditing and tax language as part of the LB901 revenue package; sponsors said the measures add modest revenue and consumer protections while opponents warned of shifting burdens and urged spending cuts.

Nebraska's Legislature just approved a 10% excise tax on kratom products, aiming to boost revenues while stirring debates about budgetary solutions.

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Insurance subcommittee advances health-care transparency, amid provider objections The Tennessee House Insurance Subcommittee advanced HB 2170, the Health Care Transparency and Fraud Prevention Act, to the full committee on March 25 by a 5–1 vote after hours of testimony. Supporters say it increases billing clarity; the Tennessee Medical Association warned it could impose burdens and expose providers to state discipline.

Tennessee's House Insurance Subcommittee just advanced a controversial bill aimed at enhancing healthcare transparency, but fierce opposition from medical providers raises serious questions about its real impact on patient care.

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On deadline day the Oklahoma Senate advanced a slate of bills including school security, DMV tracking and tuition aid changes The Senate advanced and passed several bills on third reading and recorded roll‑call votes: SB1189 (school security fund pilot removed; advanced/passed as emergency), SB1217 (prohibits requiring buyers to sign contracts before touring; passed), SB1221 (Service Oklahoma mailing‑status tracking; passed), SB1272 (tuition equalization income threshold increase; passed).

The Oklahoma Senate just passed a series of impactful bills, from enhancing school security to improving DMV tracking and raising tuition aid thresholds.

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Senate approves a package of substituted house files; key votes and actions The Senate on March 23 adopted multiple substituted house files—HF2500, HF2202, HF2522, HF2619, HF2356, HF2643, HF2232, HF648 and HF766—with most passing unanimously (47–0) and HF766 passing 31–16. The chamber adopted several amendments, ordered multiple bills messaged to the House, and adjourned.

The Iowa Senate just passed a series of impactful bills with overwhelming support, setting the stage for crucial consumer protections and updates in drug regulations.

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Breaking: TGA releases proposed reforms to Australian sunscreen regulation The proposals include a number of potential changes to SPF testing requirements for sunscreens listed for sale in Australia. 

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Verdict Says Meta Harmed Children
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Naturopathic Board Pushes for Title Protection and Statutory Clarity as Critics Warn of Overreach The Board of Naturopathic Medicine urged stronger title protection and clearer authority to address unlicensed practice after the board described enforcement cases including a recent fatality; representatives of complementary‑health groups and some medical groups warned the board may be exceeding its statutory jurisdiction.

California's Naturopathic Board is fighting for stronger title protections to protect consumers from dangerous unlicensed practitioners, but critics warn of potential overreach.

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Bernie Sanders AI Bill Aims to Freeze AI Data Center Construction Senator Bernie Sanders has introduced a bill to freeze new AI data center construction until Congress passes safety and environmental protection laws.

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