GHOST Act

This bill would make it illegal for ticket resellers to sell, offer, or advertise event tickets they do not actually have in their possession. The Federal Trade Commission would enforce the rule as an unfair or deceptive practice. Violators would face civil penalties of at least $15,000 per day plus per-ticket penalties, with higher penalties for intentional violations. The Commission would create a public website for reporting violations and report to Congress each year, and state attorneys general could also sue violators. The law would take effect 60 days after enactment.

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Sponsors

• Ben Ray Luján Democrat sponsor
• 2 cosponsors