Bill > HR1402

This bill, known as the Transparency In Charges for Key Events Ticketing Act (TICKET Act), aims to improve transparency and fairness in event ticket sales by establishing several key consumer protections. The legislation requires ticket sellers (including primary and secondary market ticket issuers) to clearly display the total ticket price upfront, including all fees, in all advertisements and throughout the purchasing process. Ticket sellers must provide an itemized breakdown of the base ticket price and individual fees before finalizing a sale. The bill also prohibits "speculative ticketing," meaning sellers cannot sell tickets they do not actually possess, and introduces strict requirements for resale ticket platforms. Additionally, the act mandates clear refund policies for canceled or postponed events, requiring full refunds or replacement tickets depending on the circumstances. Sellers must also disclose their refund policies and provide clear instructions on how to obtain a refund. The bill further restricts ticket sellers from misrepresenting their affiliation with venues, teams, or artists, and prohibits using terms like "official" without proper authorization. The Federal Trade Commission will be responsible for enforcing these regulations, treating violations as unfair or deceptive practices, and will be required to submit a report on the enforcement of existing ticket sales legislation. The bill applies to events with over 200 attendees that are promoted in interstate commerce and is set to take effect 180 days after enactment.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1402/all-info