What changed in SF 146
The bill as introduced, compared with the version both chambers passed (91st General Assembly). 3 adopted amendments account for the changes.
5 passages reworded, 9 added and 7 removed; 18 of 39 unchanged.
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Section 1.
NEW SECTION. 554I.1 Definitions. As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:
1. “Authorized entry” means authorization to enter an event based solely on the ticket holder’s possession of a ticket not obtained in violation of section 554I.2. “Authorized entry” does not mean authorization to enter an event based on the source of purchase or fulfillment method of the ticket.
1. 2. “Bot” means an automated software program that performs automatic and repetitive tasks and is designed to impersonate or replicate human activity on the internet. “Bot” does not include autofill or password management features built into an internet browser or provided through separate internet software.
2. 3. “Event” means a concert, theatrical performance, sporting event, exhibition, show, or similar scheduled activity that is all of the following:
a. Open to the public.
b. Held in a public or private venue.
c. Requires payment of an admission fee to attend the event.
3. 4. “Ticket” means a physical or electronic certificate, voucher, document, token, or other evidence of a right for admission to enter an event at one or more specified dates and times.
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NEW SECTION. 554I.2 Internet ticket sales. A person shall not use or create a bot to do any of the following:
1. Purchase tickets in excess of the posted limit for any one internet ticket sale.
2. Use multiple internet protocol addresses, purchaser accounts, or electronic mail addresses to purchase tickets in excess of the posted limit for any one internet ticket sale.
3. Circumvent or disable an electronic queue, waiting period, presale code, or other sales volume limitation system associated with an internet ticket sale.
4. Circumvent or disable a security measure, access control system, or other control or measure that is used to facilitate authorized entry to an event.
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NEW SECTION. 554I.3 Reporting violations.
1. A Upon the attorney general’s request, a ticket seller shall report known violations of this chapter of which the ticket seller has actual knowledge to the attorney general within five calendar days of becoming aware of the violation. request.
2. An individual that has actual knowledge of a violation of this chapter may report the violation to the attorney general.
3. The attorney general shall establish an electronic reporting system for the submission of reports pursuant to this section.
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NEW SECTION. 554I.4 Enforcement —— penalties. A violation of section 554I.2 is an unfair practice under section 714.16 and under chapter 714H.
NEW SECTION. 554I.4 Enforcement —— penalties.
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1. If the attorney general has reasonable belief that a person is in violation of this chapter, the attorney general has the sole authority to bring civil action to provide for all of the following:
5. Section 714.16, subsection 2, Code 2025, is amended by adding the following new paragraph:
a. Enjoinment of further violations by the person.
NEW PARAGRAPH.
b. Enforcement of compliance with this chapter.
r. It is an unlawful practice for a person to violate section 554I.2.
c. Assessment of civil penalties in an amount not more than ten thousand dollars for each violation of this chapter.
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d. Other remedies permitted under law.
6. Section 714H.3, subsection 2, Code 2025, is amended by adding the following new paragraph:
2. If the attorney general has reasonable belief that a person is in violation of an injunction issued under this section, the attorney general has the sole authority to bring civil action to provide for civil penalties in an amount not more than one hundred thousand dollars.
NEW PARAGRAPH. 0e. Section 554I.2.