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This bill, titled "Consumer Fee Transparency," aims to protect consumers by requiring businesses to be upfront about all mandatory fees and charges associated with goods and services. Specifically, it amends Alaska Statute 45.50.471, which deals with unfair trade practices, by adding a new provision that prohibits advertising, displaying, or offering a price that doesn't include all mandatory fees or charges, with the exception of government-imposed taxes. This means that the advertised price must reflect the total cost to the consumer before they make a purchase, preventing hidden fees from surprising them. The bill is set to become effective on July 1, 2026.

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