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MA S825
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Michael Rush
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AI Summary
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Licensed auto insurance damage appraisers must notify vehicle owners when damage may cause the vehicle to fail safety standards set by the registrar of motor vehicles or emissions standards set by the Department of Environmental Protection
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Notice requirement applies to appraisers employed by repair shops, insurers, or working independently
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Notices must direct owners to repair the vehicle to meet safety and emissions standards and obtain a new certificate of inspection
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Registrar of motor vehicles must prescribe the notice format and publish specific guidelines on triggering safety/emissions items in the Massachusetts Register at least annually
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Registrar must establish rules and regulations under Chapter 30A for implementation and enforcement; act takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Requiring licensed auto insurance damage appraisers to provide safety notices to the owners of damaged motor vehicles
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
9/2/2025