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SB 484

Generally revise laws relating to ticket sales

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Ellie Boldman

Montana's SB 484 sought to revise ticket sales laws but died in committee without advancing, leaving the state's ticket market regulations unchanged.

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Bill Summary · SB 484

Legislative bill overview

SB 484 proposed general revisions to Montana's laws governing ticket sales, though the bill's specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative record. The measure was introduced by Senator Ellie Boldman but did not advance through the legislative process.

Why is this important

Ticket sales regulations affect consumers, event venues, and secondary market operators. Legislation in this area typically addresses issues like price transparency, bot prevention, fair access, or seller accountability—matters that directly impact how Montanans purchase tickets for concerts, sporting events, and other entertainment.

Potential points of contention

  • Secondary market regulation vs. market freedom – Balancing consumer protections against scalping with allowing legitimate resale markets
  • Bot prevention and access fairness – Determining enforcement mechanisms for preventing automated ticket hoarding without creating excessive compliance burdens
  • Ticket seller liability and transparency – Defining what information sellers must disclose and who bears responsibility for fraudulent or misleading sales practices

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

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