Massachusetts Governor Signs New Consumer Protection Law

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Governor Healey signed a new law providing consumer protections to Massachusetts residents who use payment apps like Venmo and PayPal to transfer money. The legislation will also ensure the payment apps comply with state regulations and nationwide standards.

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