HOTDOG Act

FTC study of stadium concession prices

If enacted, the bill would require the Federal Trade Commission to study concession prices at a nationwide sample of covered venues within 90 days and report to Congress within 1 year. Covered venues would be stadiums or arenas that host pro sports, concerts, or similar events at least 5 days per year, used public subsidies (like grants, tax credits, development incentives, or tax-exempt bonds), require tickets, and sell food or drinks. The FTC would collect item prices, compare them to nearby restaurants and bars, examine practices like dynamic pricing, service fees, and promotions, and check whether prices are shown online or at entry. The report would include results and recommend legislative, regulatory, or industry actions to improve price transparency and affordability, including options like price caps or reduced-price menu choices.