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Posted on 07/03/2026 8:40:43 AM PDT by V_TWIN
Rhode Island has become the first state to take on big ... self-checkout?
Legislation passed and signed in the Ocean State limits the number of self-checkout lanes a store is allowed to have, and it's based on the ratio of normal checkout lanes with cashiers. The goal is to protect jobs.
Here's WPRI:
'Today, we're protecting jobs and strengthening customer service,' [Rhode Island Governor Dan] McKee said. 'Whether it's helping a customer with an issue, assisting a senior, or ensuring accessibility for people with disabilities, this law is about preserving choice and keeping people at the center of the shopping experience.'
Stores have to have one manned checkout lane open for every three self-checkout lanes.
They also have to have an employee who oversees the self-checkout area, and that employee is not allowed to be assigned any other tasks while they stand around watching people self-checkout.
The law also states that stores all have to have a manned register to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
And if you don't abide by these restrictions, it'll cost you $1,000 a day!
(Excerpt) Read more at notthebee.com ...
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That one is a valid complaint, I must admit. I use self-check, but don’t buy a month’s worth at a time.
Perfect! Let then do their jobs. Why should you?
One of our grocery stores hires handicapped people to bag and a few other things they’re able to do. They are amazing! They appreciate their jobs and do anything and everything possible to help you.
That is good to know. Perhaps an active cop on premises.
Not a worry at Costco. They don't use any bags. ;-)
Oh, I didn’t know that about Costco, I guess a lot of purchases there are packaged in bulk and easy to handle, while hard to bag?
Near the register there are boxes of just about every size. Most people don’t bother. They just want to get their jumbo hot dog and soda for $1.50. I’ve never got one but I think it’s the most popular item in the store
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