A bill to provide for certain investigations for violating the event online ticket sales act; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and departments; and to prescribe civil sanctions and provide certain remedies.
House Bill No. 5662 is designed to regulate the online sale of tickets for entertainment events in Michigan. It defines what constitutes an entertainment event, outlines the responsibilities of the state's attorney general in investigating violations of the act, and establishes civil sanctions for those found in breach. Violations can result in civil fines up to $5,000 per ticket transaction, with fines being deposited into the general fund. The attorney general has the authority to initiate civil actions to prevent ongoing violations or to collect fines and restitution for past violations. Additionally, violators of court orders related to the act may face similar fines. The bill also allows for the recovery of costs and attorney fees by the attorney general in successful actions. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of either Senate Bill No. ____ or House Bill No. 5661 of the 102nd Legislature.
Introduced
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Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform
Reported with substitute H-1
Substitute H-1 concurred in by voice vote
Passed in the House 98 to 12 (details)
Motion to give immediate effect
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The motion prevailed by voice vote
Referred to the Committee on Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection
