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Utah House passes bill to curb hidden 'junk' fees, sending clearer advertised prices to state law
Summary
After extended floor debate, the Utah House on Jan. 20 passed HB 29 to require businesses to disclose total advertised prices and prohibit mandatory, undisclosed ancillary charges known as "junk fees." Sponsors said the bill aligns with federal guidance; critics warned of enforcement and small‑business impacts.
SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah House of Representatives on Jan. 20 approved House Bill 29, a consumer‑protection measure that requires suppliers to ‘‘clearly and conspicuously’’ disclose the total price for goods and services and forbids mandatory ancillary charges that are not included in advertised prices.
Representative Clancy, the bill sponsor, told colleagues this was a straightforward measure to prevent consumers from being surprised by mandatory fees at checkout. "The price you see is the price you pay," Clancy said, describing the proposal as closely mirroring Federal Trade Commission guidance on transparent advertising. Clancy added that data show families pay thousands of dollars a year in mandatory fees.
Supporters framed the bill as restoring honest…
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