The proposed bill, titled the "Transparency and Improvement in Consumer Knowledge for Entertainment Ticketing (TICKET) Act," aims to enhance transparency in ticket sales and resales for entertainment events in Florida. It establishes new regulations requiring operators, ticket resellers, and online ticket marketplaces to disclose specific information during the ticket listing and purchasing process. This includes the total cost of the ticket, service charges, and any additional fees. Furthermore, the bill mandates that proof of purchase be provided to buyers within 24 hours, and it prohibits certain practices such as selling multiple copies of the same ticket or using misleading domain names.
Additionally, the bill empowers the Secretary of Commerce to oversee compliance and enforce the new regulations, while ensuring that any trade secrets shared with the attorney general remain confidential. The act also outlines conditions under which tickets may not be sold and prohibits deceptive practices related to ticket sales. The provisions of this act will take effect on July 1, 2025.