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AdvocacyNIVA California is asking Governor Newsom to veto AB 1349. We sponsored this bill. Late amendments turned it into something that puts independent venues at risk.
Read updateCalifornia’s 10% ticket resale cap died in Senate Appropriations on August 13. Here’s what happened, what’s still moving, and what independent venues do next.
Read moreCongressman Robert Garcia sent a letter to StubHub's Eric Baker on Friday, seeking information on a claim of "ripping off consumers and smaller sellers by giving yourself preferential treatment on…
Read moreIndependent venues built California's music scene, room by room. Now they need us to speak up for them — and NIVA California just made that easier than ever. Amplify is…
Read moreThis is DC's example of what we hope to get done in California this year The Washington, D.C. Council has unanimously passed the Restricting Egregious Scalping Against Live Entertainment (RESALE)…
Read moreRead the full story: Illinois Bans 'Ghost Tickets,' 'Junk Fees,' and Bot Purchases — via Digital Music News.
Read moreCheck out our latest video update covering the fight for independent venues and promoters across California.
Read moreEditor's note, September 1, 2026: This statement reflects NIVA's position in March 2026. AB 1720 was held in Senate Appropriations on August 13 and is finished for this session. AB…
Read moreIndependent venues aren't just rooms with stages. They're jobs, local spending, community identity, and the first rung of the ladder for artists who eventually fill arenas. But across California (and…
Read moreAdvocacy moves fast. Be first to know when California’s independent stages need a voice.
