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Led by the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA), the Fix the Tix Coalition resulted in more than 65,000 letters and messages sent to Members of Congress and the White House in an effort to fix the US’ “broken ticketing ecosystem”.
Artists such as Billie Eilish, Suzanne Vega, Finneas, and more urged fans to call on politicians for comprehensive ticketing reform.
This includes banning fake tickets, deceptive marketing, and hidden costs.
“It is more clear than ever that the consumers, fans, and artists that make up this country’s live events industry will not stand by and let predatory resellers control our ticketing-buying experience,” said NIVA executive director Stephen Parker.
“This week’s actions send a clear message to Congress that the time for comprehensive reform is now.
“This country needs legislation that bans fake tickets, ends price gouging, and illegalises deceptive marketing tactics.
“And consumers will not stop advocating for clear protections from fraud and deception until trust and transparency is restored.”
NIVA has urged more people to participate in calling on decision makers to take action.
It states that Fix the Tix’s advocacy continues beyond the focused day of action.
“All who care about ticketing can reach out to their Senators, Members of Congress, and the White House in less than a minute on fixthetix.org,” read a NIVA statement.
Fix the Tix is a national advocacy coalition of more than 30 live music and event industry organisations.
It includes representation from venues, promoters and producers, the performing arts, artists, agents, managers, and ticketing companies.
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