Biden Admin Unveils Rules Targeting Junk Fees, ‘Cumbersome’ Refund Processes at Airlines

An aircraft takes off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) behind electric power lines at sunset as the California Independent System Operator announced a statewide electricity Flex Alert urging conservation to avoid blackouts in El Segundo, Calif., on Aug. 31, 2022. Patrick T. Fallon/AFP via Getty Images

The Biden administration announced new rules for airlines on Wednesday aimed at protecting consumers from hidden fees when booking flights and ensuring they receive refunds when flights are delayed or canceled.

The rules could save passengers millions of dollars a year, according to officials.