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Ending Exorbitant Airline Fees: New Rules for Passengers

This act aims to protect passengers from unfair airline fees. It prohibits airlines from charging fees that are disproportionate to their actual costs. This means airlines will no longer be able to arbitrarily set prices for reservation changes, baggage, or seat selection, and passengers with children aged 13 or younger will be able to sit together without extra charges.
Key points
Airlines will be prohibited from charging unreasonable fees for flight changes or cancellations, checked or carry-on baggage, and seat selection.
Fees must be proportional to the actual costs incurred by airlines.
Parents traveling with children aged 13 or younger will be guaranteed seats next to their children at no additional cost.
The Department of Transportation will establish detailed standards for assessing fee reasonableness and update them regularly.
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Print number: 117_S_3352
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2021-12-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FAIR Fees Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3352.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-12-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Airlines will be prohibited from charging unreasonable fees for flight changes or cancellations, checked or carry-on baggage, and seat selection.
  • Fees must be proportional to the actual costs incurred by airlines.
  • Parents traveling with children aged 13 or younger will be guaranteed seats next to their children at no additional cost.
  • The Department of Transportation will establish detailed standards for assessing fee reasonableness and update them regularly.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Transport