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Barnes & Noble Thanks California Governor Jerry Brown for Signing AB 28X-E-Fairness

"We thank Governor Jerry Brown for demonstrating his commitment to California businesses by signing e-fairness into law. This legislation will directly benefit California businesses by creating a fair marketplace," said William Lynch, Chief Executive Officer, Barnes & Noble. "We believe that e-fairness will improve the economy, add jobs, and help struggling businesses everywhere in California. By signing this law, the Governor has made clear that his priorities are to help bolster economic recovery. This is a huge win for business in the state of California."

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