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FL S1156

Bill

Status

Failed

4/30/2010

Primary Sponsor

Dan Gelber

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Retail tire dealers must provide written disclosure to purchasers at time of sale showing the week and year the tire was manufactured, remaining factory warranty, and a warning statement about tire deterioration
  • Disclosure must include a statement that tires deteriorate with age and are prone to sudden failure, with a recommendation to replace passenger or light truck tires after 6 years regardless of tread depth
  • Purchaser must initial and date the disclosure; dealer must retain original for at least 3 years and provide a copy to purchaser
  • Violation constitutes a deceptive and unfair trade practice with civil penalties up to $250 per violation
  • Exceptions apply to private sales of used tires and tires on used vehicles; Department of Legal Affairs must adopt implementing rules

Legislative Description

Consumer Protection/Retail Tire Dealers [CPSC]

Last Action

Died in Committee on Commerce

4/30/2010

Committee Referrals

Commerce1/20/2010

Full Bill Text

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