Biden Touts Efforts to Crack Down on 'Junk Fees'

Biden Touts Efforts to Crack Down on 'Junk Fees'

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The video discusses the prevalence of junk fees imposed by companies, such as airlines and banks, which significantly impact consumers, especially those not wealthy. It highlights efforts to reduce these fees, including the Junk Fee Prevention Act, which aims to ban surprise fees in various sectors. The video calls for support to pass this legislation, emphasizing the need for transparency and fairness in pricing.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the actions taken to reduce the financial burden on consumers?

Raising hotel charges

Introducing new airline fees

Reducing bank overdraft fees

Increasing credit card late fees

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the Junk Fee Prevention Act?

To increase company profits

To eliminate surprise fees in various industries

To introduce new taxes

To support large corporations

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which industry is NOT mentioned as being affected by the Junk Fee Prevention Act?

Airlines

Hotels

Telecommunications

Automobile

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the specific fees the act aims to prohibit?

Service fees for concerts

Discounts on hotel stays

Free airline meals

Reduced internet charges

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the call to action at the end of the video?

To ignore consumer complaints

To pass the Junk Fee Prevention Act

To raise taxes on companies

To support increased fees