Texas AG Takes on Hotel Industry Over Hidden Fees

Texas has reached a voluntary agreement with Marriott to increase price transparency and prominently display all "resort fees" in its advertisements and booking process. However, the state has also filed a lawsuit against Hyatt for allegedly violating Texas consumer protection laws by misleading consumers with marketing and charging hidden fees. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton claims that hotel companies are engaging in fraudulent and anti-competitive practices by misleading consumers in advertisements, preventing comparative shopping, and charging millions of dollars in hidden fees.