The Online Sellers' Bill of Rights Act of 2026 would establish protections for small and independent businesses that sell products through major online marketplaces. The bill requires the Federal Trade Commission to create rules within 180 days that limit how long platforms can hold seller inventory or freeze seller funds to 30 days, require platforms to provide advance notice before making major policy changes, and ensure sellers receive detailed explanations and appeal opportunities when facing account suspensions or investigations. The legislation applies to dominant online platforms that control access to customers and would allow sellers, state attorneys general, and customers to sue for violations, with successful plaintiffs recovering triple damages plus legal fees. The bill aims to address concerns that large platforms exercise too much power over small sellers without sufficient transparency or due process protections, while maintaining the competitive marketplace.
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