A bill that would make it easier to cancel unwanted subscriptions will soon be heard by the full House. The author of House Bill 750, Vincent Cox of Gretna, says the goal is to make it just as easy to cancel a subscription as it is to sign up for one. Cox says he’s been in close contact with industry leaders to fine-tune the bill.
“I’m pretty certain I could have passed this bill, in the form it’s in, right now. Both sides of the aisle liked it, but I’m willing to work with industry to soften their concerns,” Cox said.
Cox says when he brings the bill up, he will be presenting a series of amendments.
“We’re going to remove FCC-regulated businesses, like your home provider, out of the bill,” Cox explained.
Cox says should his bill become law, it would make violations a civil matter and not a criminal matter, and damages would be nominal.
“It’s going to take a private right of action (PRA), and you’ll be able to recover actual damages. Attorney’s fees can be added, and it won’t be more than a $500 violation,” Cox said.