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Artists and fan groups clash with resellers and platforms over forced ticket‑transfer rules
Summary
Two opposing coalitions told the Joint Committee that proposed bills on ticket transferability would either protect fans from predatory resellers or would remove tools artists use to block scalpers; industry data and artist groups clashed over who benefits from mandating transferability
A contested pair of bills to require primary ticket sellers to permit ticket transfers brought dueling testimony from musicians, fan groups and resale‑market advocates at a Joint Committee hearing.
Supporters of the bills, including the National Consumers League and the Sports Fans Coalition, told the committee that requiring transferable tickets promotes competition and lowers prices for sports and concert fans. They cited analyses showing below‑face resale options are frequently available and that transferability has produced significant savings for some fans.
“Fans should have the right to transfer their…
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