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The Guardian - US
The Guardian - US
Entertainment
Adrian Horton

US senators introduce ‘fans first’ live-event ticketing reform bill

Beyoncé performing in Chicago
Beyoncé performing in Chicago. Photograph: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Parkwood

Six US senators have introduced a new “Fans First Act” to address flaws in the live event ticketing system by increasing transparency in ticket sales, protecting consumers from fake or overpriced tickets, and building accountability measures for bad actors.

The bipartisan bill, brought to Congress by three Republicans (John Cornyn of Texas, Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee, Roger Wicker of Mississippi) and three Democrats (Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota, Peter Welch of Vermont and Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico), is the latest effort by Congress to combat high and exploitative ticket pricing for concerts and other live events.

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