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10/24/2024
Trade Associations Sue To Block FTC's 'Click to Cancel' Rule
The rule mandates companies must provide easy, one-click cancellation options
NCTA, the Internet & Television Association representing major cable and internet providers, and home security and online advertising industry groups are suing to block the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) "Click to Cancel" rule. This rule mandates that companies provide easy, one-click cancellation options for consumers.
In the lawsuit, filed with the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans, the groups argued that the FTC overstepped its authority to impose the rule and has no right to dictate to companies on how to handle cancellations, Reuters reported.
Earlier this month, the FTC finalized the "Click to Cancel" rule following a review of thousands of comments from various stakeholders, including individuals, industry groups and consumer advocates.
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