HB4959

Limiting amount event tickets can be sold for above original price

Introduced·1/29/26
Intr Text

Limits the amount event tickets can be sold for above original price in West Virginia.

West Virginia HB4959 amends the Code of West Virginia to restrict the resale of event tickets within the state. Specifically, it forbids reselling tickets at more than a 3% markup from the face value of the ticket. This applies to various events, including concerts and sporting events. The bill aims to protect consumers from excessive price increases on event tickets.

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History

Jan 29

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 29

House

To Judiciary

Jan 29

House

Introduced in House