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