San Diego City Council to consider grocery pricing transparency ordinance

San Diego City Council to consider grocery pricing transparency ordinance

The ordinance, which would be the first of its kind in the nation if passed, is intended to help those who might not have the access or knowledge to use digital coupons.

City Passes First-In-The-Nation Ban On Digital-Only Grocery Discounts

More than two years after a New Jersey state lawmaker first proposed regulating digital grocery coupons, and five other states considered their own measures, San Diego has just come a major step closer to becoming the first jurisdiction in the country to officially mandate that stores provide paper versions of all digital coupons. Supporters say it will make the system more fair for the digitally-disengaged. Opponents worry the measure is overbr…

The San Diego City Council will consider the Grocery Store Price Transparency Ordinance. The ordinance, which would be the first of its kind in the country if passed, is intended to help those who may not have the access or knowledge to use digital coupons. Many grocery stores offer deals through phone apps or online only.