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DemocratBill · S. 5278· Senate(119-S-5278)

GHOST Act

Rep. Luján
Age: 54 years
New Mexico
Introduced
8/6/2026
Last activity
8/6/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Sponsored by
Ben Luján
Cosponsors
Democrat - 1Republican - 1
Commerce
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill is known as the Guaranteeing Honest Ownership in Secondary Ticketing Act or the GHOST Act. It makes it unlawful for a ticket reseller to sell, offer for sale, or advertise an event ticket unless they have actual possession of it. Actual possession means physical or virtual possession of a ticket issued by a ticket issuer. The Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general are given the power to enforce these rules through civil actions and penalties. The bill also requires the Federal Trade Commission to create a publicly available website for reporting violations. Additionally, the Federal Trade Commission must submit annual reports to Congress on enforcement metrics, activity, and effectiveness.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+7

    The bill significantly enhances consumer protection by prohibiting speculative ticket sales and providing strict penalties for resellers.

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+4

    The bill requires the FTC to create a public reporting website and submit annual reports to Congress.

  • Does this give the federal government more power?+3

    The bill expands federal enforcement capabilities through the FTC to regulate secondary ticket markets.

The opposite

  • Would business owners be better off under this?-5

    Resellers may face significant financial risks due to new prohibitions and steep penalties.