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House repeals outdated below-cost sales restriction, despite opposition citing bait-and-switch concerns
Utah House of Representatives · February 21, 2008
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Summary
The House passed House Bill 412, removing a statutory prohibition on retailers selling products below cost. Opponents warned it could enable bait‑and‑switch practices; supporters called the provision antiquated and harmful to local consumers. Vote: 63–8.
The Utah House passed House Bill 412, which removes a statutory provision that prohibits retailers from selling merchandise below cost, by a vote of 63–8. Sponsor Representative Steven Urquhart said the law is antiquated and places Utah retailers at a competitive disadvantage compared with national pricing and internet…
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