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Committee clears bill to clarify penalties for fraudulent use of gift cards
Summary
CS for SB 1198, sponsored by Senator DeSigli, was reported favorably after sponsors and supporters said the bill establishes clearer guidelines and penalties for fraudulent activity involving gift cards.
The Florida Senate Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice voted to report CS for SB 1198 favorably after sponsor Senator DeSigli described the measure as creating a statute "relating to the fraudulent use of gift cards to establish guidelines and penalties for fraudulent activities involving gift cards."
Several organizations and stakeholders recorded support in the committee appearance record, including AARP, the Florida Chamber of Commerce, Walgreens, and the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association; most representatives waived speaking time and were recorded as "waiving in support." Senator Russon voiced support on the floor, saying the bill "brings clarity to the prosecution" of gift card fraud. The committee recorded a unanimous yes vote among members present and reported the bill favorably.
CS for SB 1198 will proceed in the Senate process.
