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Online Ticket Protection: Stronger Anti-Bot Measures and Enhanced Security

This act strengthens consumer protection for online ticket purchases by making it harder for bots to buy tickets in bulk. Ticket sellers must implement better security measures and report cyberattacks, aiming to increase citizens' chances of buying tickets at fair prices.
Key points
Prohibits using bots to buy online tickets by circumventing website rules.
Ticket sellers must implement and update security systems to enforce ticket purchase limits.
Mandates reporting of circumvention incidents by ticket sellers and establishes a consumer complaint website.
Increases financial penalties for violations, including intentional circumvention.
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Placed on Calendar
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_196
Sponsor: Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]
Process start date: 2025-01-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

MAIN Event Ticketing Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_196.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits using bots to buy online tickets by circumventing website rules.
  • Ticket sellers must implement and update security systems to enforce ticket purchase limits.
  • Mandates reporting of circumvention incidents by ticket sellers and establishes a consumer complaint website.
  • Increases financial penalties for violations, including intentional circumvention.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Placed on Calendar.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 144.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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