Maine Joins States Tightening Subscription Laws

Law going live this week requires clear disclosures, easy cancellation, and express consent; enforcement begins this week, full compliance by January 2026. Businesses may owe three times the unauthorized amounts as a refund or credit.

Maine has become the latest state to strengthen automatic renewal laws. In June 2025, the legislature passed SP 650 (LD 1642), An Act to Protect Maine Consumers by Simplifying Subscription and Health Club Membership Cancellations. The law takes effect this week, giving the Attorney General authority to enforce, with full compliance required for any new or renewed agreements on or after January 1, 2026. What the Law Requires — Key Provisions For businesses offering subscription services or health...

 


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