Bill > S00276

This bill enacts comprehensive legislation to regulate live event ticket sales in New York State, addressing multiple aspects of ticket purchasing, reselling, and consumer protections. The bill includes nine distinct parts covering various ticket-related issues. Notably, Part A introduces strict penalties for using ticket purchasing software, including permanent license revocation for ticket resellers and potential civil penalties of $500 to $1,000 per ticket. Part B defines "professional resellers" and establishes a tiered annual renewal fee system based on the number of tickets resold. Part C expands consumer refund rights, requiring ticket sellers to provide full refunds under specific circumstances such as event cancellation, postponement, or ticket invalidation. Part D modifies ticket resale requirements, mandating that resellers must have tickets in possession or a contract to obtain them before selling. Part E addresses unlawful ticket charges, limiting service fees and prohibiting price increases during ticket purchasing processes. Part F requires primary ticket sellers to disclose the total number of tickets available to the public and restricts ticket withholding. Part G adjusts professional sports organization membership pass rules. Part H prohibits exclusive contracts between entertainment venue operators and primary ticket vendors. Part I allows subscription or season ticket holders to resell tickets without penalty. The bill aims to increase transparency, protect consumers, and create fairer ticket marketplace practices, with most provisions taking effect 60 days after becoming law.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S276