Consumer protection; automatic renewal or continuous service offers, disclosure and cancellation.

This legislation strengthens consumer protections against deceptive "subscription traps" by mandating that companies clearly disclose automatic renewal terms before a purchase is finalized. Businesses will now be required to provide a straightforward, cost-free, and accessible method for customers to cancel these subscriptions online. This bill aims to stop companies from using complex hurdles to prevent cancellations or trapping residents in recurring charges they no longer want. For Arlington residents, this means greater transparency when signing up for streaming services, gym memberships, or online newsletters, and an easier path to exiting unwanted contracts. By requiring businesses to obtain clear consent and provide simple termination processes, the law shifts the power back to the consumer, reducing unexpected financial burdens and helping households better manage their monthly recurring expenses.