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To require inns, hotels, motels, and other establishments that provide lodging to transient guests to include all mandatory fees and other charges in the advertised rental rates for such lodging, and for other purposes.
12/29/2022, 10:03 PM
Summary of Bill HR 7087
Bill 117 hr 7087, also known as the "Truth in Hotel Advertising Act of 2021," aims to address the issue of hidden fees and charges in the lodging industry. The bill specifically targets inns, hotels, motels, and other establishments that provide lodging to transient guests.
The main provision of the bill requires these establishments to include all mandatory fees and charges in the advertised rental rates for their lodging. This means that when a guest sees a price advertised for a room, that price must include all fees and charges that the guest will be required to pay during their stay. This is intended to prevent guests from being surprised by additional charges when they check out.
In addition to the requirement for transparent pricing, the bill also includes provisions for enforcement and penalties for establishments that fail to comply. This is to ensure that the new regulations are effectively implemented and that guests are protected from deceptive advertising practices. Overall, the goal of Bill 117 hr 7087 is to promote transparency and fairness in the lodging industry, ensuring that guests are able to make informed decisions about where to stay without being misled by hidden fees and charges.
The main provision of the bill requires these establishments to include all mandatory fees and charges in the advertised rental rates for their lodging. This means that when a guest sees a price advertised for a room, that price must include all fees and charges that the guest will be required to pay during their stay. This is intended to prevent guests from being surprised by additional charges when they check out.
In addition to the requirement for transparent pricing, the bill also includes provisions for enforcement and penalties for establishments that fail to comply. This is to ensure that the new regulations are effectively implemented and that guests are protected from deceptive advertising practices. Overall, the goal of Bill 117 hr 7087 is to promote transparency and fairness in the lodging industry, ensuring that guests are able to make informed decisions about where to stay without being misled by hidden fees and charges.
Congressional Summary of HR 7087
This bill requires inns, motels, hotels, and similar establishments to include all mandatory fees and charges in any advertised rate for lodging. The bill provides for enforcement by the Federal Trade Commission.
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Current Status of Bill HR 7087
Bill HR 7087 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 15, 2022. Bill HR 7087 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 15, 2022. Bill HR 7087's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce. as of March 16, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7087
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7087
Primary Policy Focus
CommerceAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7087
To require inns, hotels, motels, and other establishments that provide lodging to transient guests to include all mandatory fees and other charges in the advertised rental rates for such lodging, and for other purposes.
To require inns, hotels, motels, and other establishments that provide lodging to transient guests to include all mandatory fees and other charges in the advertised rental rates for such lodging, and for other purposes.
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