Bill would require upfront all-in pricing for concert and sports tickets
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Sponsor: Eric Schmitt · Senator · MO
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Official title: TICKET Act
119th Congress
Topics: Jobs & the economy
Introduced:
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The TICKET Act would require sellers to show full ticket prices upfront and ban speculative ticketing.
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What does this do?
The TICKET Act requires ticket sellers and resale platforms to display the full price, including all fees, upfront and to break down base cost versus fees before purchase. It also bans speculative ticketing, false claims of official affiliation, and unauthorized use of venue names in web addresses, while setting refund rules for canceled or postponed events.
Who does it affect?
The bill applies to ticket sellers, resale marketplaces, and event promoters for venues holding more than 200 people, as well as consumers who buy tickets to concerts, sports, and theater events.
Why does it matter?
Sellers would face new disclosure and business practice requirements, with the Federal Trade Commission enforcing violations as unfair or deceptive practices and reporting to Congress on related enforcement.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJan 28, 2025
- Senate committee
- Senate voteYou are here · Apr 29, 2025
- House
- The president's desk
Right now: it was placed on the , and the official record shows no floor action on it since. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 63.