Bill > S191

This bill aims to protect consumers in the ticket-buying process by establishing new regulations for paperless ticketing systems. The legislation requires that when paperless tickets are sold, consumers must be given the option to purchase tickets in a fully transferable form that can be resold at any price and time without additional fees. The bill stipulates that ticket prices must remain the same regardless of the ticket's transferability, and it prohibits penalizing or discriminating against ticket buyers who transfer or resell their tickets. The legislation includes specific exemptions for certain scenarios, such as discounted tickets for specific groups (like students, veterans, or those with economic hardships) and membership passes for professional sports events with limited transferability. Additionally, the bill modifies licensing requirements for ticket resale platforms, providing an exemption for platforms that only facilitate resale between third parties. The effective date for certain provisions of the bill is set for July 1, 2025, giving businesses time to adapt to the new regulations. Overall, the bill seeks to provide more consumer flexibility and transparency in the ticket purchasing and reselling process.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S191