Biden Administration Proposes Ban on Airline Fees for Family Seating

New rule aims to eliminate extra charges for parents to sit with children, ensuring adjacent seats at no additional cost.

Proposal would require airlines to seat children 13 and under next to parents for free within 48 hours of booking.
Families could save up to $200 per round trip under the new rule.
Airlines would face penalties for non-compliance, including fines for each violation.
The rule is part of a broader effort to eliminate 'junk fees' in various industries.
Public comment period will precede the finalization of the rule, which could be enacted next year.