The Biden administration proposed a rule on Thursday that would prevent airlines from charging extra for families with young children to sit near each other in a push to crack down on so-called junk fees.
The rule is the administration’s third this year focused on passenger protection, adding to one seeking price transparency and another requiring quick refunds on canceled flights.
“This is, of course, part of the bigger picture of the Biden-Harris administration’s work to protect the rights of consumers, including airline passengers,” Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said on a call with reporters. “Families don’t need any additional stresses or costs when flying on top of how demanding it can be to be a parent flying with your kids.”
