NY A06653

Requires applicants for original used motor vehicle dealer licenses to complete a pre-licensing training program within six months before applying, covering topics like consumer protection and sales tax collection

Mandates eligible used motor vehicle dealers designate an individual at each retail location (maximum 3 locations per person) to complete at least 8 hours of training on title transfers, documentation, and record keeping

Establishes continuing education requirements of at least 4 hours every 24 months, with training sessions offered at least twice per calendar quarter

Allows qualified nonprofit trade organizations (based in NY for at least 5 years) to apply for approval to conduct training programs, with an initial application fee up to $500 and $5 per participant remitted to the department

Creates the "Used Motor Vehicle Dealer Training Program Fund" in the State Finance Law to collect fees and fund administration of the training programs