The Restricting Egregious Scalping Against Live Entertainment (RESALE) Amendment Act of 2025 aims to enhance fairness in the live event ticket market in the District of Columbia by implementing several key regulations. The bill establishes a cap on resale prices for tickets sold on secondary platforms, limiting them to the initial ticket price plus a maximum of 10%. It also prohibits the sale of speculative tickets and mandates that resellers who sell 50 or more tickets annually must register with the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection. Furthermore, the legislation requires clear disclosure of ticket pricing and refund procedures, as well as the implementation of technology to prevent scalping practices.

To enforce these regulations, the bill imposes civil penalties for violations, with fines of $5,000 for the first offense and $10,000 for subsequent violations. It also requires ticket issuers to disclose transferability terms upfront and allows them to enforce policies regarding conduct and ticket purchase limits. Secondary ticket exchanges are responsible for ensuring compliance among resellers and maintaining records of ticket sales. Overall, the RESALE Amendment Act seeks to create a more equitable ticketing environment for consumers while supporting the interests of artists and venues.