An Act relative to hidden fees and price transparency

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By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Steven S. Howitt relative to hidden fees and price transparency. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Chamber: House
Introduced: May 20, 2026
Last action: May 20, 2026 — Referred to the committee on House Rules
Session: 194th
Momentum: 26 · Low

PASSAGE PROBABILITY

1% Unlikely

Why this number

Stage base In Committee — base rate 4%, measured from MA's completed sessions
Momentum -5 26/100 from the pace of recorded action
Time since last action -21 145 days quiet

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