An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for definitions.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's consumer protection laws to strictly regulate automatic renewal clauses and negative option plans in consumer transactions. It requires sellers to clearly disclose renewal terms in bold, twelve-point text and mandates that consumers receive advance notice via their chosen communication method before any charges are applied. Additionally, the law prohibits charging a customer's financial account unless the seller obtains explicit, affirmative consent for the renewal, while also setting limits on the length of introductory trial periods. These changes directly affect businesses offering subscription services and consumers who sign up for recurring payments, aiming to increase transparency and prevent unauthorized charges.