Washington, DC – Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee passed out of markup the Hotel Fees Transparency Act of 2025 (H.R. 1479), a bipartisan bill to improve cost transparency for stays in short-term lodging, such as hotels, motels, and inns.
The Hotel Fees Transparency Act of 2025 prohibits unfair or misleading price advertising for places of short-term lodging and requires accurate price listings that include all mandatory and resort fees.
Reps. Kim and Castor introduced this bill in the 118th Congress, which passed the House in June 2024.
“Deceptive fees add up and create more pain for families already struggling to make ends meet due to rising living costs. The last thing Americans need when planning a trip are costly, unexpected fees,” said Rep. Young Kim. “The Hotel Fees Transparency Act makes costs transparent so families can better budget. I thank the House Energy and Commerce Committee for supporting this bill, and I’ll keep fighting to get this through the finish line so we can make life more affordable.”
“Families shouldn’t have to play a guessing game when planning a trip. Sneaky hidden fees are a burden. They drive up costs and leave families frustrated at checkout,” said Rep. Castor. “Our bipartisan Hotel Fees Transparency Act will rein in out-of-control junk fees and lower costs, ensuring that the price you see for hotel stays is the price you pay—no hidden fees, no surprises. It’s about fairness, transparency and saving hardworking families both time and money so they can focus on making memories together, not worrying about unexpected charges. As a member of the Energy and Commerce Committee, I am happy to see this bill get passed and look forward to championing its passage on the House Floor.”
“Those planning a vacation shouldn’t be blindsided by hidden hotel fees when they check out,” said Congressman Russell Fry. “The Hotel Fees Transparency Act is about basic fairness—making sure the price you see is the price you pay. This legislation will give travelers the clarity they need and is a smart, commonsense solution that supports both consumers and businesses. I’m glad to see the House Energy and Commerce Committee supporting this effort to bring greater transparency and accountability to the tourism industry.”
“Families have to budget carefully for travel, and they deserve to know how much resort fees and taxes will add up before booking accommodations,” said Rep. Kevin Mullin, CA-15. “I co-led the Hotel Fees Transparency Act because consumers have a right to know what they’ll be paying for upfront and not get caught off guard with hidden fees. As a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, I am pleased this bipartisan, common-sense bill is moving forward.”
Read the bill here.
