The Federal Trade Commission announced on Apr. 10 that it has sent an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning online food delivery service fees to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs within the Office of Management and Budget for review.
This action is important because it marks a step in federal oversight regarding how fees are presented and managed by online food delivery services, which affects both consumers and businesses.
According to the announcement, Executive Orders 12866 and 14215 require all executive branch departments and agencies to submit their proposed and final "significant regulatory actions" for review by OIRA. The office determined that this planned notice qualifies as a significant regulatory action, meaning it must be reviewed before being issued by the FTC.
The Commission reported that its vote to refer the draft rulemaking notice was unanimous at 2-0.
The Federal Trade Commission said it works "to promote competition and protect and educate consumers." The agency also reminded consumers that "the FTC will never demand money, make threats, tell you to transfer money, or promise you a prize."
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