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This is not an ISP problem, this is a consumer problem. A simple all industry regulation can fix it. Requiring all advertised prices to always include all taxes
by YeBanKo 3y ago
This is not an ISP problem, this is a consumer problem. A simple all industry regulation can fix it. Requiring all advertised prices to always include all taxes, surcharges and mandatory fees. All ambiguity to be interpreted in consumer’s favor. All the cancellation and signups fees, or other additional requirements to get the advertised price must be spelled out in the same font, size or speech speed right next to the price. This is it.
It was a little comical when Biden said he is going to fight ticket fees and then this came: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/06/15/president-biden-recognizes-actions-by-private-sector-ticketing-and-travel-companies-to-eliminate-hidden-junk-fees-and-provide-millions-of-customers-with-transparent-pricing/ https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases...
Like they asked not to scam US consumer and they kindly agreed.
Heck, if only CA, TX and some other medium to large state passed something like this, it would probably push the industries over.