Ticket Companies Break Promise to End Hidden Fees Despite Biden's Push

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SeatGeek, which committed to all-in pricing on Thursday, has been criticized for not using all-in prices even when legally required in New York. The company initially shows fee-less listings for tickets all over the venue map, and it's only after clicking that customers see the actual price, which is higher than initially advertised. New York State Senator James Skoufis, who sponsored the local bill, has expressed frustration with how ticketing companies have skirted the law. SeatGeek defended its system and its legality, saying it supports all-in pricing legislation at the state and federal level.
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