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- Rising costs for sports fans come from streaming price hikes and less affordable in-person attendance.
- The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 123% rise in sporting event admissions since 2000.
- Senator Eric Schmitt of Missouri is pursuing legislation to improve transparency in ticket fees.
- He also criticizes the secondary market for hidden charges.
- The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) seeks input on the transition of live sports from broadcast to streaming.
