State Attorneys General and Continued Enforcement Against ‘Junk Fees’ in 2026

“Junk fees” have become a central political and regulatory buzzword in recent years. The term generally refers to extra charges tacked onto purchases — such as convenience, service, resort, or handling fees — that are either not disclosed, or not clearly disclosed, in the initial advertised price. These charges often only appear late in the transaction process, a pricing tactic commonly known as “drip pricing.” Originally published in Reuters - April 15, 2026.... By: Troutman Pepper Locke