The MAIN Event Ticketing Act aims to improve the security of online ticket sales by banning automated software that bypasses ticket purchasing rules. It requires ticket sellers to implement safeguards to protect their websites and report any security breaches to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The bill also establishes penalties for violations and encourages cooperation between law enforcement and the FTC to combat cyberattacks on ticket-selling platforms.
H.R. 2713 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Diana Harshbarger (Republican) and is currently listed as “Reported by Committee”. It is classified under the Commerce policy area, one of 134 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Diana Harshbarger is the sponsor of 11 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 2713 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 2713 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Commerce is 2.1/10.
Supporters of the MAIN Event Ticketing Act have praised it as a necessary step to protect consumers from scalpers and automated bots that make it difficult for genuine fans to purchase tickets. The bill is viewed as a proactive measure to enhance the integrity of the ticketing process and ensure fair access to events.
Critics of the MAIN Event Ticketing Act argue that it may impose excessive regulations on ticket sellers, potentially leading to higher costs for consumers. Some have expressed concerns that the bill could be difficult to enforce effectively, and there are fears that it may not adequately address the underlying issues of ticket availability and affordability.
The H.R. 2713: MAIN Event Ticketing Act does not present any direct conflicts of interest between the sponsor, Diana Harshbarger, and her top donor industries. The primary donor industries, which include Health Professionals and Retired individuals, do not have any apparent connections to the ticketing industry or the specifics of the bill. With $120 million from Health Professionals and $37.5 million from Retired individuals, there is no indication that these sectors would benefit from or influence the legislation regarding event ticketing. Therefore, the absence of overlapping interests suggests that the risk of conflicts is minimal. Voters should be aware that while campaign contributions can sometimes lead to perceived conflicts, in this case, the financial interests do not align with the subject matter of the bill.
Top industries funding Diana Harshbarger, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 2713 do?
The MAIN Event Ticketing Act aims to improve the security of online ticket sales by banning automated software that bypasses ticket purchasing rules. It requires ticket sellers to implement safeguards to protect their websites and report any security breaches to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The bill also establishes penalties for violations and encourages cooperation between law…
Has H.R. 2713 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 2713 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Reported by Committee”.
Does H.R. 2713 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 2713 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Commerce is 2.1/10. This score reflects overlap between the sponsor’s campaign funding, lobbying activity, and the industries the bill affects. It is a transparency indicator, not an accusation.
What is the status of H.R. 2713?
H.R. 2713 is currently “Reported by Committee” as of our last update on September 20, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 2713?
H.R. 2713 was sponsored by Diana Harshbarger (Republican).
