EO 14254
Combating Unfair Practices in the Live Entertainment Market
Economy & TradeLaw EnforcementGovernment Reform
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Summary
This executive order directs federal agencies to combat unfair practices in the live entertainment ticketing market, particularly ticket scalping and price gouging. The order instructs the FTC and Attorney General to enforce competition laws, ensure price transparency, rigorously enforce the Better Online Ticket Sales Act, and investigate secondary market conduct, with a report due within 180 days.
Key Points
- 1Addresses ticket scalping using bots and unfair resale markups that can reach 70 times face value, with profits going to scalpers rather than artists
- 2Directs the FTC and Attorney General to enforce existing competition laws and the Better Online Ticket Sales Act in the concert and entertainment industry
- 3Requires the FTC to implement price transparency measures across all stages of ticket purchasing and evaluate secondary ticketing market practices for unfair or deceptive conduct
- 4Instructs the Treasury Secretary and Attorney General to ensure ticket scalpers comply with tax and other applicable laws
- 5Requires a joint report within 180 days identifying actions taken and recommending any necessary regulations or legislation
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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