Biden wants to clamp down on airlines charging hidden fees, which can lead to families spending hundreds of dollars more than they planned

Under the plans, airlines would be required to disclose the total cost of a flight the first time it is listed rather than adding hidden fees on top of the original fare.

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• President Biden has announced new proposals to help customers find the best flight deals.
• Under new proposals, airlines would have to tell customers the total ticket cost upfront. 
• The proposals, announced Monday, aim to stop airlines charging passengers hidden fees.