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MA H1183

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

Relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Financial Services.

AI Summary

This bill seeks to amend the existing laws regarding motor vehicle service contracts in Massachusetts. It provides definitions for key terms such as "consumer product," "motor vehicle distributor," and "motor vehicle manufacturer." The bill also updates the definition of "service contract" to include additional types of contracts related to the repair or replacement of tires, wheels, windshields, and interior components of a motor vehicle. Additionally, the bill prohibits motor vehicle manufacturers, distributors, or franchisor representatives from requiring or coercing dealers to exclusively sell or offer extended service contracts, maintenance plans, or similar products. However, it allows manufacturers, distributors, or representatives to provide incentives to encourage voluntary sales of such products. The bill also exempts certain types of warranties, service contracts, and maintenance agreements from the applicable laws.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5003 (on 08/25/2022)

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