SB 999 – Allows the Attorney General to bring an action for unlawful merchandising practices when the name of a financial institution is deceptively used

• Sponsor: Scott
• LR Number: 4444S.01T
• Committee: Financial & Governmental Organizations and Elections
• Last Action: 6/25/2008 - Signed by Governor
• Effective Date: August 28, 2008
• House Handler: Parson

Current Bill Summary

SB 999 - Under current law, only the financial institution whose name is deceptively used may bring a civil action. This act allows the Attorney General to bring an action for unlawful merchandising practices when such a deceptive use occurs.

This act is identical to HB 500 (2007).

CHRIS HOGERTY