The proposed bill would significantly update current statutes governing cryptocurrency kiosk operations in Arizona by introducing new requirements aimed at enhancing consumer protection. Specifically, it mandates that operators provide
clear and comprehensible disclosures regarding the terms and conditions of their services in the customer's chosen language, obtain
customer acknowledgment of these disclosures, and issue
detailed receipts after transactions. Additionally, operators would be required to utilize
blockchain analytics to prevent fraud and maintain a
written anti-fraud policy, ensuring compliance with federal laws.
Furthermore, the bill establishes
limits on transaction amounts for new customers, defines a "new customer" as someone who has engaged with the kiosk for
less than ten days, and mandates that operators issue
full refunds for transactions deemed fraudulent if reported within a specified timeframe. The Attorney General would be designated to enforce these regulations, with any violations classified as
unlawful business practices. Overall, these updates aim to create a safer environment for consumers engaging with cryptocurrency kiosks.
Statutes affected: Introduced Version: 6-1236
House Engrossed Version: 6-1236
Senate Engrossed Version: 6-1236
Chaptered Version: 6-1236