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MA H423

Relative to clarification of the Massachusetts franchise law


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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

Relative to business practices between motor vehicle manufacturers, distributors and dealers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

AI Summary

This bill aims to clarify and amend the Massachusetts franchise law. Key provisions include: 1) Allowing a manufacturer or distributor to own or operate a dealership when, at the time of establishment, no franchise agreement existed between the manufacturer or distributor and any other dealer in the state not owned or operated by the manufacturer or distributor. 2) Modifying the requirements for a party to bring an action in court for damages and equitable relief related to unfair methods of competition or unfair/deceptive practices. The party must now demonstrate that the manufacturer, distributor, or dealer they are suing is in the same "line make" (i.e., same brand) of vehicles and that the alleged harm originated from or was directly caused by actions taken with respect to that line make.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4880 (on 06/30/2022)

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