TICKET Act Passes U.S. House with Bipartisan Support

The U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed the TICKET Act with bipartisan support, aiming to bring greater transparency and consumer protection to the ticketing industry. The legislation mandates upfront, all-in pricing with no hidden fees, bans speculative ticket sales where the seller does not own the tickets, curbs deceptive websites, and requires full refunds for canceled events, while giving the Federal Trade Commission enforcement authority. Consumer advocates, artists, and industry stakeholders have praised the bill for its comprehensive protections, but key trade groups like NIVA and NITO argue that loopholes—such as the concierge service exemption—could still allow bad actors to exploit the market. These groups are urging the Senate to strengthen the bill by closing such loopholes and enhancing enforcement mechanisms, particularly against bot use and deceptive resale practices. The bill now awaits a Senate vote, with broad expectations it will pass given bipartisan and industry support. Stakeholders emphasize the urgency for swift Senate action to ensure fairer and more transparent ticket purchasing for fans.