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MS HB1382

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

John Lamar

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Reduces the timeframe for towing companies to obtain owner/lienholder information from 5 business days to 2 business days after a vehicle is towed
  • Shortens the deadline for mailing initial notification to owners and lienholders from 10 days to 7 days following the initial tow
  • Requires towing companies to use department-approved third-party vendors for all certified mail notifications to owners and lienholders
  • Authorizes third-party vendors to notify the department when no claims are made within 30 days, triggering automatic removal of liens from the state's motor vehicle registration system
  • Mandates towing companies maintain accurate records of towed vehicles and compliance procedures for 3 years, effective July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Towing companies; revise require notification before vehicle is sold.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary A1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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