Bill > HB563

This bill enacts two new sections of Ohio law to regulate ticket sales, providing comprehensive guidelines for operators, ticket resellers, and online ticket marketplaces. The bill defines key terms such as "entertainment" (which includes various events like concerts, sports, and performances), "online ticket marketplace" (a web platform for ticket sales), and "ticket reseller" (a person who sells tickets after the original sale). The legislation requires all ticket sellers to disclose the total cost of tickets upfront, including all fees and surcharges, and prohibits changing ticket prices during a single purchasing session. The bill also mandates that ticket resellers and online marketplaces clearly disclose that they are resale platforms, explain their refund policies, and provide proof of purchase within 24 hours. Additionally, the bill prohibits several deceptive practices, such as selling multiple copies of the same ticket, circumventing online ticket purchasing security measures, or using web domain names that could mislead consumers about the ticket's origin. Violations of these provisions are considered unfair or deceptive practices, subject to enforcement by the Ohio Attorney General, and the law applies to businesses with annual ticket sales transactions of $5,000 or more.

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https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/hb563