5 Things You Need to Know About New Hampshire’s Shocking New Pricing Law
- The Granite State just passed a radical new law requiring all businesses to display the "all-in" price — including mandatory fees, surcharges, and taxes — front and center. This is a massive win for consumer transparency in New Hampshire, aimed at eliminating those surprise fees at the checkout.
- This "Junk Fee Ban" targets everything from hotel resort fees and concert ticket service charges to restaurant automatic gratuities. If you're planning a trip to New Hampshire, what you see on the sticker is what you'll actually pay.
- The law is set to go into effect next year, giving businesses time to update their systems. However, it has already ignited a firestorm of debate, with small business owners in New Hampshire arguing it hurts their ability to compete with online giants.
- This move puts New Hampshire at the forefront of a national trend, with the federal government currently pushing similar rules. If successful, this state-level experiment could become a model for the entire country.
- The biggest impact? Tourists visiting New Hampshire for leaf-peeping season or skiing should expect complete price transparency. No more getting to the register and discovering a 15% "service charge" or a mandatory "destination fee" added to your hotel bill.