Maryland SB889 prohibits electronic shelving labels for consumer goods prices and surveillance-based wage setting.

Maryland SB889 mandates that food retailers use nondigital presentations for consumer goods prices, prohibiting electronic shelving labels. It also bans surveillance-based wage setting by employers, except for wages based on specific employee data or location cost of living. Violations are considered unfair trade practices under the Maryland Consumer Protection Act. The bill takes effect October 1, 2026.

Maryland SB889 prohibits electronic shelving labels for consumer goods prices and surveillance-based wage setting.

Maryland SB889 mandates that food retailers use nondigital presentations for consumer goods prices, prohibiting electronic shelving labels. It also bans surveillance-based wage setting by employers, except for wages based on specific employee data or location cost of living. Violations are considered unfair trade practices under the Maryland Consumer Protection Act. The bill takes effect October 1, 2026.