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IA HSB133
SB
Status
2/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
Transportation
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AI Summary
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Renames the "documentary fee" that motor vehicle dealers may charge customers to "administrative fee" and expands its scope to cover services related to the sale of a motor vehicle performed on behalf of the customer
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Removes the current $180 cap on the fee that dealers can charge per vehicle sold in a transaction
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Requires dealers to disclose the administrative fee in the vehicle price, in advertisements, and when making or accepting offers to sell
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Mandates clear and conspicuous disclosure of an updated notice in purchase agreements explaining that the administrative fee is not an official or legally required fee
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Violations constitute unlawful practice under Iowa Code section 714.16, with remedies including injunctive relief, disgorgement of money or property, and civil penalties up to $40,000 per violation
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to administrative fees charged by motor vehicle dealers, and making penalties applicable.(See HF 758.)
Last Action
Committee report approving bill, renumbered as HF 758.
3/5/2025