Protection From Predatory Pricing Act (dynamic pricing and personal data in food retail and delivery)

MD Protection From Predatory Pricing Act
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This 2026 administration bill bars large grocery stores and food delivery apps from using consumers' personal data to charge an individual consumer a higher, personalized price for tax-exempt food (for example through AI-driven pricing), and from using protected-class data in a way that denies a consumer an advantage or privilege offered to others. Loyalty programs, cost- and location-based differences, consented data-for-price offers, and error corrections are excluded.

Jurisdiction

Maryland

Jurisdiction Type

state

Country

United States

Effective Date

10/1/2026

Enforcing Authority

Consumer Protection Division, Office of the Attorney General

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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