SB355

Providing for online access control measures.

Introduced·2/26/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB355 amends the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law to prohibit circumventing online access control measures for event.

Pennsylvania SB355 amends the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law by adding provisions against circumventing online access control measures for event tickets. It prohibits using software to automate ticket purchases with intent to resell, bypassing electronic queues or sales volume limits, and disabling security measures. Violators face civil penalties, including damages and attorney fees. The law also allows operators, primary ticket platforms, or rights holders to sue for damages and additional fees if they suffer injury due to violations.

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Where it stands

Current
Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DDD
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 26, 2025

Senate

Referred to Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure