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MA S657

Relative to motor vehicle service contracts


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Financial Services.

AI Summary

This bill amends the law regarding motor vehicle service contracts. It provides new definitions for key terms like "consumer product," "motor vehicle distributor," and "motor vehicle manufacturer." The bill also expands the definition of "service contract" to include contracts for repairing tires, removing dents, and repairing windshield chips or cracks on motor vehicles. Additionally, the bill prohibits motor vehicle manufacturers, distributors, or franchisors from requiring or coercing dealers to exclusively sell service contracts or maintenance plans offered by the manufacturer, distributor, or franchisor. The bill also exempts certain types of warranties and maintenance agreements from the service contract requirements.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2698 (on 02/17/2022)

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