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SB 181

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 6 OF THE DELAWARE CODE REGARDING THE SECONDARY TICKETING MARKET.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Russ Huxtable and 2 co-sponsors

Delaware bill regulating secondary ticket resales to increase consumer transparency and protections for event attendees against fees and price gouging.

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Bill Summary · SB 181

Legislative bill overview

SB 181 amends Delaware's commercial code to regulate the secondary ticketing market—the resale of event tickets after initial purchase. The bill establishes rules governing ticket resellers, pricing disclosures, and consumer protections in the secondary market for concerts, sports, theater, and similar events.

Why is this important

Secondary ticket reselling is a multi-billion dollar industry where consumers often face hidden fees, price gouging, and fraudulent tickets. This legislation directly affects event attendees' ability to purchase tickets affordably and transparently, while also impacting ticket resellers' business operations and the venues/promoters who lose control over ticket distribution.

Potential points of contention

  • Price transparency requirements – Resellers may argue that mandatory fee disclosure reduces their pricing flexibility, while consumer advocates may argue proposed disclosures don't go far enough
  • Reseller licensing or restrictions – The bill may impose registration, bonding, or operational requirements that burden small resellers differently than large platforms
  • Conflict with primary market interests – Venues and event promoters may oppose regulations that empower secondary markets, viewing them as competitors for revenue

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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