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SB 2015

TICKET SALES-DISCLOSURES

104th Regular Session Introduced by Steve Stadelman

Illinois bill requiring ticket sellers to disclose all fees and charges transparently before purchase completion to protect consumers from hidden pricing.

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Bill Summary · SB 2015

Legislative bill overview

SB 2015 requires ticket sellers and resellers to provide standardized disclosures about fees, charges, and terms before consumers complete purchases. The bill aims to increase transparency in the ticket sales market by mandating clear presentation of all costs associated with ticket transactions, including service fees, delivery charges, and resale markups.

Why is this important

Ticket purchasing frequently involves hidden or unclear fees that significantly increase final prices beyond advertised amounts, often frustrating consumers. This bill addresses a consumer protection gap where buyers may not understand total costs until checkout or may be unclear about reseller terms, potentially affecting millions of Illinois residents who purchase tickets for entertainment, sports, and other events.

Potential points of contention

  • Industry compliance costs: Ticket platforms and resellers may argue implementation requires expensive system upgrades and could reduce their profit margins
  • Definition scope: Disagreement may arise over what constitutes a "ticket seller" (primary vendors, secondary markets, brokers) and which fees must be disclosed
  • Competitive impact: Smaller ticket resellers could face disproportionate burdens compared to large platforms with existing disclosure infrastructure, potentially favoring major corporations

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

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