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Illinois Considers Interchange Fee Ban Amid Compliance Concerns

4/16/2026

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Illinois debates the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act, taking effect July 1 and banning interchange fees on sales tax and tips.
The Electronic Payments Coalition says compliance would be costly and complex, risking "credit card chaos."
The Illinois Retail Merchants Association argues credit card companies can easily adapt systems.
The law’s implementation remains uncertain, with potential delays while lawmakers assess impact.
A federal order may preempt the law, adding complexity.

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Illinois debates the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act, taking effect July 1 and banning interchange fees on sales tax and tips.
The Electronic Payments Coalition says compliance would be costly and complex, risking "credit card chaos."
The Illinois Retail Merchants Association argues credit card companies can easily adapt systems.
The law’s implementation remains uncertain, with potential delays while lawmakers assess impact.
A federal order may preempt the law, adding complexity.