RESALE Act
Coverage of RESALE Act in the Nexus archive.
- Why tickets for sports events are left out of DC bill combating price gouging
The D.C. Council approved the RESALE Act to combat ticket price gouging by restricting bots and capping resales at 10% above face value for most live events, excluding sports tickets. The law, introduced by Council member Charles Allen, targets concerts and venues like the 9:30 Club but may revisit sports ticket regulation in the future. Mayor Muriel Bowser expressed concerns but is unlikely to veto the bill, which takes effect in 2027.
- Ticket to Paradise? The D.C. Council Unanimously Passes Law To Protect Consumers
The D.C. Council passed the RESALE Act to restrict ticket scalping and protect consumers by capping resold ticket prices at a 10% markup, requiring reseller registration, and imposing fines for violations. The law, introduced by Councilmember Charles Allen, faced adjustments during the legislative process but was ultimately enacted with strong support from local venues, artists, and advocacy groups.
- DC Council approves ticket resale bill aimed at curbing price gouging
The D.C. Council approved the RESALE Act to cap ticket resales at 10% above face value, require upfront pricing, and license large-scale resellers to combat price gouging. An amendment removed provisions that would have allowed the mayor to regulate fees on primary ticket sellers, addressing concerns about D.C.'s competitiveness in attracting performers.