California says goodbye to junk fees — no more hidden charges that aren't advertised up-front

Mon, 10/09/2023 - 01:13

California governor Gavin Newsom has signed into law a new bill that outlaws hidden junk fees.
This means Californians won't be blindsided by hidden costs for tickets and room bookings.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau estimates that Americans spend at least $29 billion a year on junk fees.

Gov. Gavin Newsom of California on Saturday signed into law a new bill that makes putting hidden charges on purchases illegal, per NBC.