After outrage over Taylor Swift tickets, reform has been slow across the US
FILE - Fans wait to go through security before Taylor Swift performs at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., Friday, July 28, 2023. Fan frustration over getting tickets to Swift's tour prompted Congressional hearings and multiple bills in state legislatures. Consumer advocates in California say they are disappointed legislation in California has been watered down to solely banning hidden fees, a practice most major industry players have already committed to do. (Jessica Christian/San Francisco Chronicle via AP, File)/San Francisco Chronicle via AP)
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — When thousands of fans couldn't get tickets for megastar Taylor Swift's summer stadium tour, some diehards paid upwards of 70 times face value to see their favorite artist in person — an outrage that prompted congressional hearings and bills in state legislatures to better protect consumers...
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