S.835

Surveillance Pricing Ban

Introduced·4/23/26

North Carolina S835 bans surveillance pricing for essential goods and services, with exceptions for certain discounts and corrections.

North Carolina S835 prohibits businesses from varying prices of essential goods and services based on demand or other factors, known as surveillance pricing. Essential goods and services include items necessary for health and safety, such as food and toiletries. Exceptions to this ban include promotional pricing offers, loyalty program benefits, discounts for larger groups, and price differences due to objective costs like shipping or taxes. A violation of this ban is considered an unfair trade practice.

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Where it stands

Current
Appropriations/Base Budget Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Apr 28

Senate

Withdrawn From Com

Apr 28

Senate

Re-ref to Appropriations/Base Budget. If fav, re-ref to Rules and Operations of the Senate

Apr 27

Senate

Passed 1st Reading