The bill amends section 87-302 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, which pertains to the Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act. It expands the definition of deceptive trade practices by adding new provisions that address various forms of misleading conduct in business. Notably, it includes new clauses that prohibit the manufacture, distribution, or promotion of sexually explicit material involving minors or trafficking victims without consent, as well as the installation of file-sharing programs on computers without proper notification. Additionally, the bill clarifies that a violation of the act can occur for each individually packaged product involved in deceptive practices.

Furthermore, the bill specifies that a complainant does not need to prove competition between parties to succeed in an action under the Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act. It also repeals the original section 87-302, thereby updating the legal framework governing deceptive trade practices in Nebraska. The changes aim to enhance consumer protection and address emerging issues related to digital content and privacy.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 87-302
Final Reading: 87-302
Slip Law: 87-302