Junk Fee Prevention Act

Price Transparency for Goods and Services: Covered entities must clearly display the total price, including mandatory fees and government charges, when a price is first shown (Section 2(a)(1)). This helps consumers know exactly what they will pay upfront.

Consistency in Pricing: Entities are required to ensure that mandatory fees do not change from the advertised price during the purchase process (Section 2(a)(2)).

Improved Ticket Disclosures: For live performances, entities must disclose the total number of tickets available at least 72 hours before the first sale (Section 2(c)). This provides better information for those looking to attend events.

Refund Protections: The bill requires clear disclosure of refund policies and mandates that refunds for tickets include the total cost and any mandatory fees (Section 2(d)).

Protection Against Speculative Ticketing: If a seller does not have a ticket at the time of sale, they must provide notice and a full refund if they cannot provide the ticket in a timely manner (Section 2(e)).

Communication Service Protections: Providers cannot charge excessive or unreasonable fees for terminating a service early (Section 3(a)(1)). Additionally, providers must provide a prorated credit or rebate for remaining days in a billing cycle after a service is terminated (Section 3(a)(2)).

Clearer Billing for Communications: Service providers must state an aggregate price on bills and disclose when introductory or temporary prices will end (Section 3(b)).

Aviation Transparency: Air carriers must file quarterly reports detailing revenue from ancillary fees, such as baggage or seating, which are then published online (Section 4(a)). This allows the public to see how much is being charged for supplemental services.