How the FTC’s ‘Junk Fee’ Ban Affects Restaurants - Eater
Jul 8, 2024 · As of 2023, the National Restaurant Association estimates that 15 percent of restaurants are using some form of additional charges. Frequently used to replace tips, these fees are typically...
Restaurants fight back against the FTC crackdown on 'junk fees ... - MSN
A proposed rule from the Federal Trade Commission aims to crack down on "junk fees," but restaurants are hoping their fees and surcharges will still be allowed.
FTC excludes restaurants from junk fee rule | Restaurant Dive
Dec 19, 2024 · The Federal Trade commission’s final rule requiring full transparency on fees charged to consumers applies to hotels and live-event ticket vendors, but not restaurants, according to an announcement by the FTC.
You may pay more at restaurants after surprising 'junk fees' ban ...
Dec 21, 2024 · In 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed banning "junk fees" to address unfair or deceptive practices involving extra fees and charges. On Tuesday, the FTC …
National Restaurant Association Sees Victory on Junk Fees Rule
Dec 17, 2024 · – In a major victory for the restaurant industry, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) today has excluded restaurant fees from its so-called “junk fees” ban. Restaurant service fees, delivery fees, credit card surcharges, and other widely accepted restaurant-related fees will not be included in the final rule – which would have cost ...
The FTC proposal mischaracterizes all restaurant fees and surcharges as “junk fees” that must be included within a “total price” for each menu item. Under this plan, operators would have to significantly raise prices in order to comply.
The Government Wants to Crack Down on Restaurant ‘Junk Fees’
Mar 12, 2024 · Hidden fees and surcharges have become an abhorred yet increasingly common part of dining out in recent years. In 2023, for example, the National Restaurant Association reported that 13% of fast-food restaurants and 15% of restaurants overall had implemented service surcharges for their guests.
Why The New 'Junk Fees' Ban Is Roiling The Restaurant World
May 24, 2024 · The State of California has banned “junk fees.” Here's what that means for your next restaurant bill.
Here’s how President Biden’s crackdown on junk fees will affect ...
Mar 11, 2024 · Last fall, President Biden announced a proposed crackdown on “junk fees” or misleading consumer-facing surcharges that are usually included in the fine print before a purchase is made. The Federal Trade Commission’s proposed trade regulation rule would require businesses to include all required fees in the original listed price.
National Restaurant Association and Restaurant Law Center Call …
Feb 9, 2024 · The Association and Law Center argue that by forcing restaurant operators to include service fees, credit card surcharges, or even delivery fees in menu pricing, the Commission is in fact forcing operators to hide from consumers the costs of the services they value in the restaurant experience.
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