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SB 338

Revises provisions relating to the sale of tickets to a live entertainment event. (BDR 52-590)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Nicole Cannizzaro and 9 co-sponsors

Nevada law revised to regulate live entertainment ticket sales practices, likely addressing transparency, pricing, and fair access for consumers purchasing event tickets.

Approved by the Governor. Chapter 201.
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Bill Summary · SB 338

Legislative bill overview

SB 338 modifies Nevada's laws governing the sale of tickets to live entertainment events. The bill addresses ticketing practices and consumer protections related to how tickets are marketed, sold, and distributed to the public. It became law on May 31, 2025, as Chapter 201.

Why is this important

Ticketing practices directly affect consumers' ability to access entertainment events at fair prices and with transparent information. Nevada's significant entertainment and hospitality industry makes ticket sales regulations economically relevant and consumer-impacting. Unclear ticketing rules can enable deceptive practices like hidden fees, bot purchases, or unfair resale restrictions.

Potential points of contention

  • Secondary market regulation: The bill may restrict or regulate ticket resale markets, potentially limiting resellers' profits while supporters argue it protects consumers from price gouging
  • Dynamic pricing practices: Changes may regulate surge pricing or variable ticket pricing strategies used by venues and platforms
  • Technology and access barriers: Provisions could impose requirements on ticketing platforms (such as bot prevention or queue systems) that increase operational costs
  • Industry compliance burden: New regulations may require ticketing vendors and venues to implement costly compliance infrastructure

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

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