This bill proposes to amend Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section that regulates 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. Sellers would be required to obtain affirmative acknowledgment from purchasers regarding the nature of the license and any potential revocation of access. Additionally, sellers must provide a clear statement that purchasing a digital good is merely acquiring 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. The act is titled the "Making Internet Non-ownership Understandable for Streaming Act" or the "MINUS ACT."

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 44-1584