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TRENTON – A measure sponsored by Senator Loretta Weinberg designed to regulate store “rainchecks,” to help protect consumers was unanimously approved today by the full Senate.

“Consumers deserve to be treated fairly when spending their money,” said Senator Weinberg, D-Bergen. “By requiring stores to make patrons aware of raincheck policies, they would be able to make more informed decisions about their purchases, while holding stores responsible for honoring the vouchers they issue.”

TRENTON – A measure sponsored by Senator Loretta Weinberg that would regulate store “rainchecks,” to help protect consumers was unanimously approved today by the Senate Commerce Committee.

“This bill would serve to help make sure that consumers are aware of their rights,” said Senator Weinberg, D-Bergen. ” Patrons have the right to know the ‘raincheck’ policies of the stores where they spend their hard-earned dollars, and retailers must be required to honor the vouchers they issue.”