Alabamas House committee rejected a bill requiring retail stores to accept cash payments, a move that could exclude low-income individuals from accessing goods and services. The bill, introduced by State Representative Prince Chestnut, aimed to protect consumer choice, privacy, and ensure economic participation. However, retailers opposition led to its defeat, with the Alabama Retailers Association arguing for businesses right to choose payment methods.
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