Bill > HB537

This bill modifies regulations for vehicle dealers by creating an exemption from place of business inspection requirements for certain agricultural supply retailers who are also new motor vehicle franchise dealers. Specifically, the bill exempts retailers that sell agricultural supplies and are under common ownership with at least five other new motor vehicle franchise dealers operating under the same business name. The bill maintains most existing requirements for dealer licensing, such as maintaining a bona fide business location, displaying exterior signage, having a working telephone and email, and submitting required documentation and fees. The key change is a narrow exception to the standard place of business certification process for a specific type of agricultural supply-related vehicle dealership. The modification aims to reduce administrative burden for these particular dealers while preserving overall regulatory oversight of motor vehicle sales and dealerships in Missouri.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB537&year=2025&code=R