TICKET Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (16 May 2024): Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
What this bill does
The TICKET Act, if passed, would require sellers of event tickets, including those on the secondary market, to disclose the total ticket price upfront. This total price must include the base ticket cost and all associated fees, such as service, processing, and facility charges. This information would need to be clearly presented at the beginning of a transaction and in any advertisements or price lists.
The bill also addresses speculative ticketing by prohibiting sellers who do not possess a ticket from selling or advertising it. It includes specific requirements for services that help consumers obtain tickets, ensuring they are clearly identified as services, not tickets themselves, and detailing refund procedures if a ticket cannot be secured. The Federal Trade Commission would be responsible for enforcing these provisions.
This legislation passed the House of Representatives and will now move to the Senate for consideration.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
Transparency In Charges for Key Events Ticketing Act or the TICKET Act
This bill requires ticket sellers (including sellers on the secondary market) for concerts, performances, sporting events, and similar activities to clearly and prominently disclose at the beginning of the transaction, and prior to the selection of a ticket, the total ticket price for the event and an itemized list of the base ticket price and each fee (e.g., service fee, processing fee, delivery fee, facility charge fee, tax, or other charge). The total ticket price must also be disclosed in any advertisement, marketing, or price list. Currently, ticket sellers generally disclose fees at the checkout stage.
Additionally, ticket sellers that are offering to sell a ticket that the seller does not have in their actual or constructive possession must clearly and prominently disclose that the ticket is not in their possession before an individual selects a ticket to purchase.
The Federal Trade Commission must enforce these requirements.
Timeline
16 May 2024
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 3950 do?
- The TICKET Act, if passed, would require sellers of event tickets, including those on the secondary market, to disclose the total ticket price upfront. This total price must include the base ticket cost and all associated fees, such as service, processing, and facility charges. This information would need to be clearly presented at the beginning of a transaction and in any advertisements or price lists. The bill also addresses speculative ticketing by prohibiting sellers who do not possess a ticket from selling or advertising it. It includes specific requirements for services that help consumers obtain tickets, ensuring they are clearly identified as services, not tickets themselves, and detailing refund procedures if a ticket cannot be secured. The Federal Trade Commission would be responsible for enforcing these provisions. This legislation passed the House of Representatives and will now move to the Senate for consideration.
- Has H.R. 3950 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 3950. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 3950?
- H.R. 3950 was sponsored by Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-12] (R-FL), with 17 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 3950?
- Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (16 May 2024).
Related bills in Commerce
Critical Infrastructure Manufacturing Feasibility Act
Cybersecurity for Small Businesses Act of 2026
Ensuring SBA Implementation of GAO Recommendations Act of 2026
SCORE for Small Business Act of 2026
More bills from Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-12]
Beagle Liberation Act of 2026
Priority for Pediatric Cures Act
Part D Premium Protection Act of 2026
To obtain and direct the placement in the Capitol or on the Capitol Grounds of a statue to honor American humanitarian and star athlete Roberto Clemente of Puerto Rico.
Bill100 mirrors the public U.S. legislative record from Congress.gov and GovTrack and adds plain-English AI summaries. It is an information tool, not legal, compliance or lobbying advice, and it is not affiliated with the U.S. Congress or any government agency. AI summaries can simplify or omit detail — every bill links to the official source; verify there before you rely on it.