HB 2445-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

     Declares that an unused property merchant may not offer at an unused property market for sale or knowingly permit the sale of baby food, infant formula, cosmetics or personal care products, or any nonprescription drug or medical device.

     Does not apply to a person who keeps available for public inspection a written authorization identifying that person as an authorized representative of the manufacturer or distributor of such a product, as long as the authorization is not false, fraudulent, or fraudulently obtained.

     Requires an unused property merchant to maintain receipts for the purchase of new and unused property.

     Provides that the first violation of this act is a misdemeanor.

     Provides that a second violation of this act is a gross misdemeanor.

     Provides that a third or subsequent violation of this act is a felony.