That's cuz it's not mandated anywhere but San Francisco. It's a pretty hot button topic.

If we all get universal health care, I'm pretty sure they'll stop line iteming it. As it is, I see it as a their way of protesting/highlighting the issue.

It goes back to the transparency thing. This is a pretty unique issue IMO. It's similar to various fees and stuff, but not exactly. I'm sure everyone's premiums are different, unlike some hotel tax.