Idaho Bill Regulating Automatic Renewal Contracts Passes Senate
S.1298, a bill that would create new stipulations for businesses issuing automatic renewal contracts in Idaho, was recently passed by the Idaho State Senate. The bill will now proceed to the House for consideration.
The bill would create a new section of the law requiring businesses issuing automatic renewal contracts to clearly and conspicuously disclose the automatic renewal offer terms and the methods that the consumer may use to cancel the subscription.
Additionally, if the period of the automatic renewal is longer than six months, the business must provide written notice to the consumer at least 30 days and no more than 45 days in advance of the automatic renewal. The notice must clearly and conspicuously:
- Describe the goods or services to be delivered;
- State the price;
- Inform the consumer that the goods or services will be provided unless the consumer informs the seller that the goods or services are not wanted;
- Provide the consumer with at least two methods of cancellation, including at least one that shall be provided at no cost to the consumer.
IHRSA will continue to actively monitor this bill and provide you with further information and advocacy opportunities. IHRSA supports contract provisions that allow for automatic continuation of service at the end of the original term on a month-to-month, at-will basis, as they offer consumers increased choice and flexibility.
If you have questions about this or other legislative issues affecting the health club industry in Idaho, please contact Jake Landry, IHRSA’s public policy assistant.
Government Relations Team
IHRSA, International Health, Racquet &
Sportsclub Association
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