2002 House Bill 6173

Introduced in the House

June 5, 2002

Introduced by Rep. Virg Bernero (D-68)

To require a business to honor gift certificates for one year after their date of purchase, and prohibit a business which is planning to close or has filed bankruptcy from issuing gift certificates. Also, to require the new owner of the business (if it is still in operation as a retailer) to honor unexpired gift certificates issued by the previous owner.

Referred to the Committee on Commerce