**Pricing Transparency:** California Law Bans Hidden Restaurant Fees – Consumer Rights Protected by New Regulations
Los Angeles, California – Many Californians have experienced surprise fees when dining out at restaurants or booking hotels. But change is on the horizon as a new state law mandating price transparency is set to take effect in July. The law, known as SB 478, aims to ensure that consumers see the final price upfront, without any hidden charges. Attorney General Rob Bonta emphasized the simplicity of the law, stating that “the price you see …