Establishes standards in regards to retail charge agreements and installation contracts for companion animals
This bill prohibits sales finance agencies and licensed lenders from purchasing or issuing loans for retail contracts involving the purchase of companion animals, such as dogs and cats. It directly affects financial institutions and businesses that currently provide financing for pet purchases by declaring any new contracts or loans made in violation of these rules as legally void. The legislation also ensures that lenders cannot collect any principal, interest, or fees related to prohibited financing arrangements, while explicitly stating that existing loans entered into before August 28, 2024, remain unaffected.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2024
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 6, 2024
Last action May 17, 2024
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May 17, 2024
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Referred: General Laws(H)
lower
Feb 6, 2024
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Ashley Aune
DDemocratic
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