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Councilmember Rivera votes ‘no’ on Fair Pricing ordinance citing affordability concerns for Seattle families 

Potential for unintended consequences and higher grocery prices SEATTLE – Today Councilmember Maritza Rivera (District 4) released the following statement after the after the amended Fair Pricing legislation (Council Bill 121267) was passed by the City Council 7-2. The legislation bans algorithmic pricing on groceries but goes so far as to potentially limit popular loyalty…

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Seattle Becomes First City to Stop Grocery Stores from Using AI Based Personal Data to Set Prices

City leaders approve new rules to protect shoppers and keep grocery costs transparent and fair for all SEATTLE – Mayor Katie B. Wilson and City Councilmember Alexis Mercades Rinck are committed to protecting people’s privacy and making sure grocery prices are fair, transparent, and affordable. And today, with co-sponsors Councilmembers Dionne Foster and Rob Saka, […]

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