California lawmakers are pushing two bills that could put new restrictions on how concert tickets are resold. But critics say the measures could wind up strengthening one company’s grip on the market. CalMatters Cayla Mihalovich explains.

California lawmakers are pushing two bills that could put new restrictions on how concert tickets are resold. But critics say the measures could wind up strengthening one company&rsquo;s grip on the market. CalMatters Cayla Mihalovich explains.

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CA Lawmakers Push Bills that Could Restrict How Concert Tickets are Resold

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CA Lawmakers Push Bills that Could Restrict How Concert Tickets are Resold

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