Legislation

Philadelphia businesses must clearly disclose automatic renewal terms to consumers.

Philadelphia businesses will soon be required to clearly disclose automatic renewal terms to consumers, making it easier for customers to cancel unwanted subscriptions.

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Philadelphia Hotels Ordered to Warn Guests About Room-Disrupting Service Issues Immediately

Philadelphia hotel operators will be required to immediately warn guests about service issues that disrupt their stay, including construction noise and unavailability of amenities, under a new city law.

260639

Online Payment Portals Face New Restrictions, Fees to Be Reviewed Under Proposed Rule

Hidden fees in online bill payments now limited; businesses must disclose extra costs upfront to protect Philadelphians from unexpected expenses. Online payment portals will face new restrictions starting immediately.

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Retailers Ordered To Round Down Cash Transactions for Customers Without Exact Change

Retailers in Philadelphia would be barred from rounding cash transactions upward when customers lack exact change under proposed law requiring downward rounding to nearest five-cent increment. Customers must be clearly informed of rounding policies by retailers.

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