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S 1191

Establishes requirements for fee disclosure and for fees allowed as part of sale for certain tickets.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Cryan and 1 co-sponsor

New Jersey bill requires full upfront disclosure of ticket fees and limits allowable charges to increase consumer transparency and prevent hidden ticketing surcharges.

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
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Bill Summary · S 1191

Legislative bill overview

S 1191 requires ticket sellers to disclose all fees upfront before purchase and establishes limitations on the types and amounts of fees that can be charged during ticket sales transactions. The bill aims to increase transparency in the ticketing industry and prevent surprise charges that occur after consumers commit to buying tickets.

Why is this important

Consumers frequently encounter hidden fees (service charges, facility fees, processing fees) that significantly increase the final ticket price, sometimes by 20-50% or more. This practice is particularly common in online ticketing and affects attendance at entertainment, sports, and cultural events. Clear fee disclosure and restrictions could help consumers make informed purchasing decisions and reduce frustration with unexpected costs.

Potential points of contention

  • Industry impact: Ticket sellers and platforms may argue fee restrictions could reduce revenue, limit service offerings, or increase operational costs that could be passed to consumers
  • Fee definition scope: Disagreement over which fees should be regulated versus which are legitimate business costs (processing, facility maintenance, security, etc.)
  • Enforcement mechanism: The bill's clarity on how violations would be enforced and what penalties would apply is critical to effectiveness but often contentious between consumer advocates and industry

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

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