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This bill amends Missouri's vehicle dealer licensing regulations to exempt certain agricultural supply retailers who own multiple new motor vehicle franchise dealerships from the standard place of business inspection requirements. Specifically, the bill allows retailers that sell agricultural supplies and are under common ownership of at least five new motor vehicle franchise dealers operating under the same business name to be exempt from the typical certification process, which normally requires an annual on-site inspection by a highway patrol officer or metropolitan police officer to verify the dealer has a legitimate, permanent business location. The bill maintains existing requirements for most other types of vehicle dealers, such as having a bona fide established place of business with an exterior sign, maintaining business records, and providing contact information. The changes aim to reduce administrative burdens for agricultural supply retailers who also operate vehicle dealerships, while preserving the core regulatory oversight of motor vehicle sales in Missouri.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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