MADON CELEBRATES ENACTMENT

OF GIFT CARD FRAUD PREVENTION BILL

FRANKFORT, KY (March 20, 2025) — The following is a statement from Sen. Scott Madon, R-Pineville, on the enactment of Senate Bill (SB) 130, which will crack down on gift card fraud in Kentucky. The bill was recently signed into law by the Governor.

“This is a win for consumers and businesses across the commonwealth,” said Madon. “Gift cards are a popular and convenient way to give, but they’ve also become a target for scammers and criminals. With this legislation, we are delivering stronger protections, tougher penalties, and peace of mind for anyone purchasing or using a gift card here in Kentucky.”

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SB 130 will

  • creates the crime of gift card tampering, a Class D felony,

  • updates Kentucky law to protect gift cards like credit and debit cards,

  • establish clear penalties for theft and fraud tied to gift cards,

  • Helps prevent scams and fraud targeting consumers.

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Sen. Scott Madon, R-Pineville, represents the 29th Senate District, which includes Bell, Floyd, Harlan, Knott, and Letcher Counties. Madon serves as co-chair of the Budget Review Subcommittee on General Government, Finance, and Public Protection. He is also a member of the Senate Committees on Appropriations and Revenue; Economic Development, Tourism, and Labor; Natural Resources and Energy; and State and Local Government. Additionally, Madon serves on the Capital Projects and Bond Oversight Committee.

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