The proposed bill, known as The Fee Transparency Act, seeks to enact section 1345.023 of the Revised Code, which prohibits suppliers from advertising, displaying, or offering prices for goods or services without including all mandatory fees and charges in a clear and conspicuous manner. The bill specifies that certain fees, such as taxes and delivery fees based on the selected method, are not considered mandatory fees for the purposes of this requirement. Additionally, it outlines specific transactions that are exempt from this regulation, including broadband internet services, certain financial transactions governed by federal laws, and air transportation services.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that a violation of this pricing transparency requirement constitutes an unconscionable act or practice in connection with consumer transactions, as defined under section 1345.03 of the Revised Code. This legislation aims to enhance consumer protection by ensuring that all costs associated with a good or service are transparently communicated to consumers before payment is accepted.