By PYMNTS | July 23, 2026 In a decisive move to curb the growing influence of artificial intelligence on retail economics, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill signed the "Fair Price Protection Act" into law this Thursday. The legislation represents a significant milestone in the national debate over consumer privacy, effectively banning the practice of “surveillance…
CHICAGO — In a move that consumer advocates are hailing as a critical step toward financial equity, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed into law on June 25, 2026, a comprehensive regulatory framework governing the Buy-Now-Pay-Later (BNPL) industry. The legislation marks a significant pivot in state-level oversight of the fintech sector, aiming to close long-standing loopholes…
BOSTON – In a significant victory for survivors of domestic violence and vulnerable populations, Vermont has officially moved to dismantle the systemic mechanisms of economic abuse. On May 29, 2026, Governor Phil Scott signed groundbreaking legislation into law, establishing a legal framework to protect individuals from being held liable for debts incurred through coercion, fraud,…
