TICKET Act More Popular Than Ever, Passes House of Representatives 409-15
“With another overwhelming bipartisan vote, the House of Representatives has reaffirmed what consumer advocates, artists, venues, and industry leaders all agree on: it’s time for transparency in ticketing. We thank Chair Guthrie, Ranking Member Pallone, Chair Bilirakis, and Ranking Member Schakowsky for their tireless advocacy on behalf of fans. The TICKET Act delivers all-in pricing and comprehensive protections against deceptive practices that have plagued the ticket resale market for too long. We urge the Senate to pass the TICKET Act without delay. Together, we can build a marketplace that works for fans.”
Today, the TICKET Act (HB 1402) passed the House of Representatives 409-15, marking the second time the bill has passed the House with enormous bipartisan support. Last year, the vote was 388-24, but this year, the bill gained support despite a massive opposition effort by industry special interests.
The bill represents the most comprehensive ticketing consumer protection legislation in nearly a decade. Specifically it:
Mandates all-in pricing upfront – No more hidden fees—the first number you see is the last number you see.
Bans deceptive ticketing – No more buying a promise for a ticket, now you'll actually be buying tickets.
Ends deceptive websites – No more lying about whether the reseller is who they say they are.
Creates refund requirements – Stop waiting to get your money back when a show is cancelled or postponed for a long time.
Requests an FTC BOTS Report – The FTC will finally answer the biggest question plaguing fans, "Why are there so many bots?!"
We urge the Senate to bring this bill to the floor as soon as possible so fans can start enjoying its benefits by the start of the NFL season and baseball playoffs.