Cost of Living Commission Amendment Act 2026
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What this bill does
This bill updates a 1974 law about tracking and sharing prices of essential goods like food and other necessities. It expands the ways the Cost of Living Commission can collect price information from businesses and share it with the public by adding modern digital technologies like apps, websites, and online systems.
If Passed (Voted Yes)
Businesses could be required to submit price information through modern digital methods like apps or online portals, not just older electronic systems
The public could access price comparison information through more digital channels like mobile apps, social media, or modern websites
The Commission could collect price updates more frequently at different intervals, giving Bermudians more current information about where to find the best prices
If Rejected (Voted No)
The Commission would continue using only the current "electronic" methods from the 1974 law, which may not include modern digital technologies
Price information sharing would remain limited to existing electronic systems, potentially missing opportunities to reach more Bermudians through popular digital platforms
Businesses would continue reporting prices using older technological requirements that may be less efficient
Who It Affects
This primarily affects Bermuda consumers who want to compare prices on essential goods, and businesses that sell necessities like groceries and household items. The Cost of Living Commission would also gain more flexibility in how it operates and serves the public.
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