By Elyse Apel | The Center Square
(The Center Square) – A bill addressing so-called “junk fees” is headed to Gov. Jared Polis’ desk for his signature after successfully passing both the state House and Senate.
No Republicans voted to support the legislation, which received unanimous approval from Democrats.
House Bill 1090, titled “Protections Against Deceptive Pricing Practices,” requires sellers to clearly disclose the total price of goods and services, and restricts which fees landlords may charge. It is part of a broader package of bills from Democrats, all looking to address the state’s housing prices.
Rep. Emily Sirota, D-Denver, sponsored the bill in the House. She argued that it is an important step to end “deceptive junk fees” that add hidden costs.
“People should know the real price of what we’re buying up front,” Sirota said on social media upon the bill’s passage. “Renters are being gouged … When this bill becomes law, it will be a huge win for Colorado consumers.”