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WV HB4959

WV HB4959
Limiting amount event tickets can be sold for above original price


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Introduced
01/29/2026
In Committee
01/29/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

The purpose of this bill is to forbid reselling tickets to events in this state at more than a 3% markup from the face value of the ticket.

AI Summary

This bill amends West Virginia law to prohibit the resale of event tickets, such as for concerts or sporting events, for more than a 3% markup above the original price, or "face value," of the ticket. This provision is added to the existing definitions of "unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices," which are actions that mislead consumers in commercial transactions.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

To House Judiciary (on 01/29/2026)

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