Those who are price-gouging medical supplies as Texas faces the threat of a new coronavirus will face state prosecution, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and state Attorney General Ken Paxton warned Friday.
“Price-gouging is un-Texan and will not be tolerated in our state,” the two state leaders said in a joint statement. “The state of Texas will work to ensure that anyone who engages in this act is held to account.”
The governor can employ Chapter 418 of the Texas Government Code, which gives the attorney general broader powers to prosecute price-gouging cases.
“As we work to address the coronavirus, it is essential that the public has access to health and wellness supplies that can help mitigate any potential spread,” Abbott and Paxton said. “We will work to combat any attempt to exploit public health and safety for monetary gain.”
If you suspect a case of price-gouging related to the coronavirus threat, you can file a complaint with the Consumer Protection Division of the attorney general’s office.
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