Bill > H955

This bill establishes the North Carolina Junk Fee Prevention Act, which aims to protect consumers from hidden, excessive, or deceptive fees across various services and industries. The act applies to covered entities like short-term lodging providers and service providers in telecommunications, internet, and entertainment ticketing. It requires businesses to clearly display the total price of goods or services upfront, including all mandatory fees, and prohibits increasing fees during the purchase process. For covered services like internet and mobile services, the bill prevents excessive early termination charges. In the ticketing industry, sellers must disclose the total ticket price, including all mandatory fees, and cannot increase prices during a ticketing session. The Attorney General is granted authority to adopt rules, assess civil penalties up to $5,000 per violation, and take enforcement actions against businesses that violate the act. Violations are considered unfair or deceptive trade practices, and the law will take effect on October 1, 2025. The overall goal is to increase transparency and fairness in pricing across different consumer transactions, giving consumers a clearer understanding of the total cost before making a purchase.

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https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H955