Vote Yes on this bill if you want the state to limit sharp price hikes on food, medicine, emergency supplies, building materials, and related services during and shortly after emergencies, with refunds, fines, and possible criminal penalties for violators.

Organizations that support this bill may include consumer protection groups, legal aid organizations, senior advocates, public health groups, and disaster relief organizations that want to keep essential goods and services affordable during emergencies.

Vote No on this bill if you want to avoid new pricing limits and stronger enforcement powers that could burden businesses, create disputes over justified cost increases, and reduce incentives for sellers to move scarce goods and services into emergency areas.

Organizations that oppose this bill may include business associations, retailers, wholesalers, contractors, and free-market groups that worry the bill could punish legitimate price increases, add legal risk, and discourage supply during emergencies.