HB4769 Summary

• Prohibits nonreflective tinted film on windows immediately adjacent to the driver's seat, except on vehicles where rear windows allow at least 30% or 35% light transmittance, with permitted film allowing at least 50% or 35% light transmittance respectively and a 5% variance tolerance.

• Allows tinted window treatment on vehicles with manufacturer-installed smoked or tinted glass on rear windows, provided nonreflective tint allows at least 50% light transmittance with a 5% variance.

• Prohibits installation of forbidden window materials on front windshields except for nonreflective tinted film not extending more than 6 inches from the top; installers must obtain physician certification for medical exemptions.

• Exempts vehicles with distinctive license plates issued for medical conditions (lupus erythematosus, disseminated superficial actinic porokeratosis, or albinism) from window tinting restrictions when owner provides certified physician statement.

• Establishes penalties of $50-$500 for first violations and Class C misdemeanor with $100-$500 fines for subsequent violations, with requirement to bring nonconforming windows into compliance.