Bill > S00280

This bill aims to regulate the sale and purchase of catalytic converters, which are exhaust emission control devices in vehicles, by introducing new requirements to prevent theft and improve traceability. Under the proposed law, sellers must provide detailed information about the catalytic converter's origin, including the vehicle's year, make, model, and vehicle identification number, as well as documentation proving their ownership or the vehicle owner's information. Buyers are prohibited from purchasing catalytic converters without verifying this information and ensuring the converter matches the manufacturer's specifications for the specified vehicle. Purchasers must maintain accurate electronic records of each catalytic converter transaction for five years, making these records available for inspection by local police or state police within 72 hours of purchase. The bill establishes significant penalties for non-compliance, including a civil penalty of up to $5,000 for each violation and classifying such violations as a class A misdemeanor. The legislation is designed to create a more transparent and accountable process for catalytic converter sales, which have been targeted by thieves due to the valuable metals they contain, and to help law enforcement track and prevent illegal sales.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S280