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A 5611

Modifies current law on ticket sales and resales.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Clinton Calabrese and 1 co-sponsor

New Jersey bill modifies ticket resale regulations to address secondary market practices and consumer protections in event ticketing.

Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee
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Bill Summary · A 5611

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 5611 modifies New Jersey's existing regulations governing the sale and resale of tickets for events. The specific provisions are not detailed in the available information, but the bill addresses practices in the secondary ticket market. This legislation would alter how ticket resales are conducted in the state.

Why is this important

Ticket resale practices directly affect consumers' ability to afford entertainment and sports events, as well as their vulnerability to fraud and inflated prices. The secondary ticket market has grown significantly, and state regulations can influence pricing transparency, consumer protections, and fair access to events. Changes to resale rules impact both individual consumers and the ticketing industry's business models.

Potential points of contention

  • Price caps vs. market freedom – Whether the bill limits markup percentages on resales (consumer protection) or allows market-based pricing (industry preference)
  • Disclosure requirements – Disputes over how much transparency sellers must provide about fees, ticket origins, and true pricing to consumers
  • Platform regulation – Questions about whether online resale platforms face new licensing, reporting, or liability requirements for facilitating transactions

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

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