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NJ S906
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Michael Testa
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AI Summary
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Automotive repair dealers in New Jersey must obtain written authorization from customers before making any vehicle repairs
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Written authorization can be submitted via contract, email, or mobile text message and must include the customer's name, contact information, specific repair description, and vehicle odometer reading
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If the customer does not know the specific repair needed, a description of the problem is sufficient to meet the authorization requirement
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Repair shops that perform services without proper written authorization face penalties up to $1,000 for a first offense and up to $3,000 for subsequent offenses
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The bill supplements the existing Consumer Fraud Act (P.L.1960, c.39) and takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Establishes means by which customers may submit written authorization approving repairs to be made by automotive repair dealers.
Commerce
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
1/13/2026