Resale sites can't sell tee times at public golf courses without the course's OK
Third-party booking sites may not list or sell tee times at golf courses owned by cities, counties or special districts without a written deal with the operator. A golfer may resell at cost only if the course doesn't clearly post its cancellation policy.
Who it affects
Tee-time booking and resale sites, brokers, and golfers at public courses
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California AB 1954: Municipal golf courses: reservations.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
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