Environment
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
StateVermontTo Governor
H 512: An act relating to the regulation of the event ticketing market
Jim Harrison
H 512 status: To Governor — House message: Governor approved bill on May 26, 2026 (updated May 26, 2026).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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What this bill does
Official summary alongside an AI-generated read on where it stands and why.
Overall Score
62OUT OF 100
Score:62/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 50/100
Constitutionality90%
Bipartisan70%
Public opinion80%
Bill summary
What changes
The bill regulates the event ticketing market to mandate increased transparency and fairer practices for consumers.
Who is affected
Consumers purchasing tickets for concerts and sports, as well as secondary market ticket sellers and ticketing platforms.
Requirements and enforcement
The bill mandates transparency standards, likely requiring clearer price disclosures and operational rules for ticket sales.
Costs and funding
Not stated in the available source; however, ticketing platforms may incur compliance and administrative costs.
When it takes effect
The bill was approved by the Governor on May 26, 2026.
Potential benefits
Increased consumer protection, better price transparency, and reduced predatory behavior in ticket reselling.
Risks and tradeoffs
Potential for increased fees, reduced secondary market liquidity, and potential legal challenges regarding regulatory scope.
What is still unknown
The specific regulatory mechanisms and any exemptions provided within the full text remain unknown.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Increases price transparency for consumers
- Reduces predatory resale practices
- Standardizes ticketing market operations
Risks
- Potential compliance costs for platforms
- Possible reduction in secondary market liquidity
- Regulatory burden on small ticket sellers
Society
Positive outlook
65%
Benefits
- Improves accessibility to public events
- Provides clearer information to buyers
- Offers protection against price gouging
Risks
- May limit peer-to-peer resale options
- Risk of reduced flexibility for ticket holders
- Potential for higher baseline service fees
Technology Industry
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Civic Accountability
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Mandates market transparency requirements
- Establishes clear standards for ticket sellers
- Creates a formal regulatory framework
Risks
- Administrative burden on oversight agencies
- Potential for regulatory enforcement loopholes
- Heavy reliance on industry reporting
Public Health & Safety
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Source
OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
Information is limited or incomplete.
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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Analysis scope
Source material is limited to a brief summary.
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Where it stands
Official record- IntroducedComplete
- CommitteeComplete
- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorCurrent
- EnactedUpcoming
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