This bill proposes to amend Arizona Revised Statutes Title 44, Chapter 10, Article 5 by adding Section 44-1584, which establishes new regulations for the sale and advertising of digital goods. Under the new law, it would be unlawful for sellers to use terms like "buy" or "purchase" in a way that implies unrestricted ownership of digital goods unless they provide clear information about the licensing terms and conditions at the time of the transaction. This includes providing a complete list of restrictions, a notice about potential revocation of access, and obtaining affirmative acknowledgment from the purchaser regarding these terms. Additionally, sellers must provide a clear statement that purchasing a digital good is a license, along with a method to access the full terms and conditions.

The bill also outlines specific exceptions to these requirements, such as for subscription services, digital goods offered without monetary consideration, and blockchain-based assets. Violations of this section would be considered unlawful practices, subjecting offenders to civil penalties and allowing aggrieved purchasers to seek damages through civil action. The act is referred to as the "Making Internet Non-ownership Understandable for Streaming Act" or the "MINUS ACT."

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 44-1584