Bans unauthorized restaurant reservation arrangement by third-party reservation service.
This bill requires third-party reservation platforms (like apps or websites) to obtain written agreements with restaurants before listing, advertising, or selling their reservations. It directly affects restaurants, which gain control over their reservation channels, and third-party services, which must secure explicit permission from each establishment they list. Violations incur daily civil penalties up to $500 per restaurant per day, and affected restaurants can sue for damages, injunctions, or attorney fees within one year. The law mirrors similar Illinois legislation and takes effect three months after enactment.
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Nov 2025
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Introduced Nov 17, 2025
Last action Nov 17, 2025
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Nov 17, 2025
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Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee
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Will Sampson
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