FCC Passes New Rules Requiring Cable/Satellite Providers to Disclose Total Fees Upfront

• FCC passed new rules requiring cable/satellite providers to disclose "all in" pricing in promotions

• Aims to eliminate hidden fees like "broadcast subscription" and "regional sports assessments"

• FCC Chair Rosenworcel Advertised price should be price you pay on your bill

• New rules passed 3-2 over objections from some commissioners

• Cable industry trade group NCTA criticized rules as "micromanagement" and "lose-lose" for consumers