Texas 2021 - 87th Regular

Texas House Bill HB3305

Caption

Relating to requiring the disclosure of the place of origin for products sold online; authorizing a civil penalty.

Impact

The implementation of HB3305 will have significant implications for state laws regarding consumer protection and business transparency. By mandating origin disclosures, the bill seeks to create a more informed marketplace where consumers can make better purchasing decisions based on the source of their products. It also adds a layer of compliance for businesses that must now align their online marketing and sales strategies with these new requirements, potentially leading to alterations in operational practices within the e-commerce sector in Texas.

Summary

House Bill 3305 establishes regulations requiring businesses engaged in e-commerce to disclose the place of origin for products sold online. This legislation aims to provide consumers with essential information about where products are manufactured or produced, thereby enhancing transparency in online shopping. Under this bill, businesses must ensure that such disclosures are clearly displayed on their websites where the products are available for purchase, thus facilitating informed decision-making by consumers in Texas.

Contention

While the bill is aimed at protecting consumers, it could lead to contention regarding its impact on small businesses. Critics may argue that the compliance burden could disproportionately affect small e-commerce entities that may struggle with the costs of implementing the necessary changes to their websites and processes. Furthermore, discussions around the effectiveness of such disclosures in actually influencing consumer behavior may arise, raising questions about the bill's potential to truly enhance informed shopping compared to the possible financial strains on businesses.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB1012

Relating to the prohibition of certain discrimination; authorizing civil penalties.

TX SB110

Relating to the prohibition of certain discrimination; authorizing civil penalties.

TX HB4481

Relating to a directory of e-cigarettes and alternative nicotine products sold in this state, and regulation of the sale and distribution of e-cigarettes and alternative nicotine products; imposing fees; creating criminal offenses; imposing a civil penalty; imposing administrative penalties.

TX SB2054

TX SB1109

Relating to the labeling, advertising, and sale of products as "Made in Texas"; authorizing a civil penalty.

TX HB158

Relating to a prohibition on the sale, production, or distribution of lab-grown meat; authorizing a civil penalty.

TX HB2226

Relating to state and municipal motor fuel taxes; providing civil penalties; creating criminal offenses; requiring occupational licenses; authorizing the imposition of taxes; providing for increases and decreases in the rates of taxes.

TX HB2843

Relating to the authorization, licensing, and regulation of casino gaming and sports wagering in this state, to the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission, to the support of the horse racing industry and reform of horse racing and greyhound racing, and to other provisions related to gambling; imposing and authorizing administrative and civil penalties; imposing taxes; imposing and authorizing fees; requiring occupational licenses; creating criminal offenses.

TX HB3468

Relating to a patient's access to health records; authorizing a civil penalty; authorizing fees.

TX HB4917

Relating to the regulation of third-party data collection entities; providing a civil penalty and authorizing a fee.

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TX SB2208

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TX SB212

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TX HB1989

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