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Louisiana just cracked down on sneaky debit card fees, forcing businesses to be crystal clear about any charges—no more surprise costs at the checkout. Customers say these hidden fees ruin the dining experience and even hurt server tips, with one caller calling it a “sneaky way” to make extra cash—and suggesting businesses should just work at banks instead. The payment industry is stepping in to clarify: surcharges are only legal for credit cards, not debit, which is treated like cash. If you’re hit with a fee for using your debit card, you might have grounds to dispute it. The big message? Transparency wins—both for customers and businesses. This new law aims to bring honesty back to the register and protect shoppers from unfair surprises.

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