A bill to prohibit the circumvention of control measures used by internet retailers to ensure equitable consumer access to products, and for other purposes.

12/15/2023, 4:09 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Bill 118 s 3511, also known as the "Internet Retailer Control Measures Prohibition Act," aims to prevent individuals from bypassing control measures put in place by internet retailers to ensure fair access to products for consumers. The bill seeks to address concerns about individuals using tactics to manipulate online systems and gain an unfair advantage over other shoppers.

If passed, this legislation would make it illegal to circumvent control measures implemented by internet retailers. This could include actions such as using bots or other automated tools to secure products before other consumers have a chance to purchase them. The bill also aims to protect consumers from price gouging and other unfair practices that can occur when control measures are bypassed.

In addition to prohibiting the circumvention of control measures, the bill may also include provisions to enhance consumer protections and promote fair competition in the online marketplace. This could involve increased oversight of internet retailers and measures to ensure that all consumers have equal access to products and pricing information. Overall, Bill 118 s 3511 seeks to promote fairness and transparency in online retailing and protect consumers from unfair practices. It is intended to level the playing field for all shoppers and ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity to purchase products online.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3511

Introduced on
2023-12-13

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Bill 118 s 3511, also known as the "Internet Retailer Control Measures Prohibition Act," aims to prevent individuals from bypassing control measures put in place by internet retailers to ensure fair access to products for consumers. The bill seeks to address concerns about individuals using tactics to manipulate online systems and gain an unfair advantage over other shoppers.

If passed, this legislation would make it illegal to circumvent control measures implemented by internet retailers. This could include actions such as using bots or other automated tools to secure products before other consumers have a chance to purchase them. The bill also aims to protect consumers from price gouging and other unfair practices that can occur when control measures are bypassed.

In addition to prohibiting the circumvention of control measures, the bill may also include provisions to enhance consumer protections and promote fair competition in the online marketplace. This could involve increased oversight of internet retailers and measures to ensure that all consumers have equal access to products and pricing information. Overall, Bill 118 s 3511 seeks to promote fairness and transparency in online retailing and protect consumers from unfair practices. It is intended to level the playing field for all shoppers and ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity to purchase products online.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to prohibit the circumvention of control measures used by internet retailers to ensure equitable consumer access to products, and for other purposes.

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Latest Action12/13/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.