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MN HF1804

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/15/2023

Primary Sponsor

Carlie Kotyza-Witthuhn

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Origin

House of Representatives

93rd Legislature 2023-2024

AI Summary

  • Defines "GPS starter interrupt device" as a remotely controllable device that disables a vehicle's ignition and adds it to the list of theft deterrent devices.

  • Prohibits dealers from releasing possession of used motor vehicles to buyers unless the sale and all financing terms are final, and bars dealers from changing transaction terms after possession is transferred.

  • Requires sellers to disclose in writing whether a GPS starter interrupt device is installed on the vehicle and provide separate disclosure documents listing service contracts, insurance, debt cancellation agreements, theft deterrent devices, and surface protection products with corresponding payment amounts.

  • Mandates dealers conduct transactions in a single agreed-upon language and prominently display used vehicle prices on windshields or websites before consumers express purchase interest.

  • Grants buyers the right to return used motor vehicles for full refund within one year if odometer tampering is discovered, and establishes effective date of August 1, 2023.

Legislative Description

Consumer protection; sale of motor vehicles governing provisions modified and added.

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Commerce Finance and Policy

2/15/2023

Committee Referrals

Commerce Finance & Policy2/15/2023

Full Bill Text

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