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Portland Council approves ordinance banning anti‑competitive rental algorithms in 8–2 vote
Summary
The Portland City Council voted 8–2 to adopt an ordinance prohibiting anti‑competitive rental practices, including the sale and use of algorithmic price‑setting devices. Supporters framed it as antitrust consumer protection; opponents warned about national model policies and sought more local evidence.
Portland — The City Council voted to adopt an ordinance prohibiting anti‑competitive rental practices, including the sale and use of algorithmic devices, after an hours‑long debate on Nov. 19. The ordinance, listed on the consent calendar as an amended second reading, passed 8 yes, 2 no and 2 absent.
Council supporters said the ordinance protects renters from collusive pricing by corporate landlords. Councilor Green invoked the U.S. antitrust tradition, citing the Sherman Antitrust Act and later statutes to frame local action as part of a long history of price‑fixing enforcement. "If we will not endure a…
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