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A 8802

Extends certain provisions relating to allowing artists to set certain rules about the resale of tickets to certain events

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kim

Extends rules allowing artists to set resale conditions for tickets, with substantive language carried in the companion Senate bill S8396.

SUBSTITUTED BY S8396
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Bill Summary · A 8802

Summary of Assembly Bill A 8802 (Substituted by S8396)

Overview

Assembly Bill A 8802, introduced on June 8, 2025, is described as extending certain provisions that allow artists to set conditions or rules regarding the resale of tickets to certain events. The bill’s status indicates it has been substituted by Senate Bill S8396, meaning the substantive provisions are now contained in or reflected in S8396 rather than A 8802 itself.

Purpose and Intent

  • The core aim is to extend the framework that permits artists to establish rules governing the resale of tickets to specific events.
  • By substituting A 8802 with S8396, the policy focus appears to be carried forward in the companion Senate measure, suggesting alignment or continuity between the Assembly and Senate approaches.

Key Provisions (as described by the bill’s title and status)

  • Extend existing provisions that authorize artists to set resale-related rules for tickets to certain events.
  • The exact scope, rules, and enforcement mechanisms are not detailed in the available summary; the substantive provisions are contained in the companion bill S8396.
  • Given the “extending” language, the bill would likely continue or renew a regulatory framework rather than establish a new, standalone system.

Note: Specific requirements (e.g., types of resale restrictions, pricing controls, transferability rules, penalties, or enforcement). For precise text, refer to S8396, the active measure.

Affected Parties

  • Artists and creators seeking to control or influence resale conditions for tickets to their events.
  • Event organizers and presenters who align with artist resale policies.
  • Ticket resale platforms and marketplaces that may be subject to artist-imposed rules.
  • Ticket buyers and sellers who would be governed by any resale restrictions or conditions enacted under the bill (or the companion measure).

Procedural History and Timeline

  • 2025-06-08: Referred to Ways and Means (initial committee referral).
  • 2025-06-16: Reported and referred to Rules; Rules Calendar CAL.848; Ordered to Third Reading in Rules CAL.848.
  • 2025-06-16: Substituted by S8396 (the substantive language moving to the companion Senate bill).
  • Status: Substituted by S8396; A 8802 itself is no longer the active vehicle for the policy—the companion S8396 is the active measure to watch for final language and enactment.

Relationship to Related Bills

  • Companion Bill: S 8396 (Senate). The two bills are paired, with S8396 containing the substantive provisions currently carrying the policy after substitution.
  • The current status of A 8802 indicates it has been superseded for policy purposes by S8396; both bills should be reviewed to understand enacted text and any differences.

Potential Impact

  • Clarifies and extends authorities for artists to impose or shape resale rules, potentially affecting pricing, transferability, and eligibility of tickets in resale markets.
  • Could influence how resale platforms implement artist-driven rules and how fans engage in reselling tickets.
  • May affect enforcement responsibilities, consumer protections, and administrative oversight, depending on the final language in S8396.

Next Steps for Interested Readers

  • Review S8396 for the current, active text and any enacted provisions.
  • Monitor legislative updates on the companion measure to understand final policy details, timelines, and any operational requirements for artists, venues, and resale platforms.

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

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