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IA SF49
Bill
Status
1/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jeff Reichman
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AI Summary
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Prohibits using or creating automated software bots to purchase event tickets online in excess of posted purchase limits or to circumvent electronic queues, waiting periods, presale codes, or other sales volume limitation systems
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Defines covered events as concerts, theatrical performances, sporting events, exhibitions, and shows that are open to the public and require an admission fee
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Requires ticket sellers to report known violations to the attorney general within five calendar days of becoming aware; individuals may also voluntarily report violations
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Authorizes the attorney general to bring civil action for injunctions, compliance enforcement, and civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation
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Allows civil penalties up to $100,000 for violations of injunctions issued under this chapter
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to the use or creation of bots to purchase event tickets on the internet, and providing civil penalties.(See SF 146.)
Last Action
Committee report approving bill, renumbered as SF 146. S.J. 156.
1/28/2025