House passes consumer protection bill prohibiting fees for customers requesting paper invoices, statements

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — The Illinois House passed a bill Friday to prohibit companies from charging additional fees if someone requests paper monthly statements for bills.

This plan could also block companies from creating surcharges for people who opt out of auto-pay services.

The legislation would not stop businesses from offering a discount to consumers who enjoy electronic or paperless bills…

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