15 October 2010 Comments Off

California Gov Vetoes Bill on Retail Debit Card Fees

In California, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger vetoed a bill that would have forbidden businesses to charge fees for debit card use. Small business owners view this action as a victory which will save them from significant financial loss.

 

Previously, California …

2 September 2010 Comments Off

California Debates Debit Card Checkout Fees

Over the past few months, a standoff of sorts has been developing between California consumers and some of the state’s retailers. At issue is the swipe fee some retailers charge everytime a customer chooses to pay with his or her …