Bans unauthorized restaurant reservation arrangement by third-party reservation service.

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This bill requires third-party reservation services, like websites or apps, to have a written agreement with a restaurant before listing or selling reservations for that restaurant. If a service violates this rule, they could face fines of up to $500 per day for each restaurant involved. Restaurants or customers affected by unauthorized listings can sue for damages and legal fees.

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