D.C. asks court to reject SeatGeek and Vivid Seats’ bid to block 10% ticket resale cap, says platforms want a ‘judicial veto’

Washington, D.C., has asked a federal judge to reject four ticket resale platforms’ request to suspend a new price cap while they challenge it. The dispute concerns the RESALE Act, due to take effect on 1 January 2027, which the District says is intended to protect fans from steep resale mark-ups.

The law limits resale prices for tickets to concerts, theatre and other live shows to the original cost, including fees and taxes, plus 10%; marketplaces may charge a further fee of up to 10%. It also requires disclosure of the original price, while most sporting events and movie screenings are exempt. SeatGeek, Vivid Seats, TickPick, Gametime and the Ticket Policy Forum argue the rules could make some sales unprofitable and unlawfully reach transactions outside D.C.; the District says consumers could still sue over violations even if its own enforcement were paused.