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    Without Pennies, Should Retailers Round Up or Down?

    Stateline / Pew Charitable Trusts

    Published: December 30, 2025
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    Source Overview

    Stateline examines the rounding debate and how different states are approaching consumer protection in the post-penny era.

    Key Takeaways

    • State-by-state comparison of rounding policies
    • Consumer advocacy perspectives included
    • Retailer compliance challenges highlighted
    • Equity concerns for cash-dependent populations

    Our Two Cents

    Stateline's comparative analysis reveals the emerging patchwork of state approaches, underscoring the need for federal coordination.

    Open Questions

    • ?Will states converge on a common approach?
    • ?How will consumer complaints be tracked nationally?

    Updates and Revisions

    January 15, 2026

    Continued 2026 coverage by Stateline/Pew documenting accelerating state-level legislative activity and divergent rounding approaches.

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