Bill > HB633

This bill establishes the Fee Transparency Act, which requires businesses (referred to as "suppliers") to include all mandatory fees and charges in their advertised prices in a clear and conspicuous manner. The law applies broadly to goods and services, with several notable exceptions. Specifically, the bill exempts certain types of transactions from this requirement, including governmental taxes and fees, delivery costs that are disclosed before payment, broadband internet services, financial transactions covered by specific federal acts (such as the Truth in Lending Act), certain regulated financial transactions, motor vehicle manufacturer pricing, and air transportation. The bill also provides a specific carve-out for food delivery platforms, which do not need to include their service fees in menu prices. If a supplier fails to transparently display all mandatory fees, it will be considered an unconscionable act under consumer protection laws. The goal of this legislation appears to be protecting consumers from hidden fees by requiring upfront, comprehensive pricing information across most commercial transactions, while recognizing some complex pricing scenarios that might make such full disclosure impractical.

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https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/hb633