Bill > SF872

This bill addresses regulations for auto dealers participating in auto shows by modifying existing Minnesota statutes. Specifically, the bill allows new motor vehicle dealers to participate in auto shows outside their home county under certain strict conditions. These conditions include participating no more than four times per calendar year, hosting the show in a first-class city or adjacent area, ensuring at least ten dealers are involved, limiting the show to 12 consecutive days, and having the show conducted by a specific type of trade association. The bill prohibits direct vehicle sales, pricing displays, and trade-in appraisals at these shows, but permits dealers to distribute business cards, promotional materials, and make customer appointments. Dealers can engage in test rides/drives under the auto show's program. The bill aims to provide auto dealers with more flexibility in marketing and showcasing vehicles while maintaining restrictions that prevent the shows from becoming de facto sales events. The changes are designed to give dealers additional opportunities to display their vehicles and interact with potential customers in a controlled, non-transactional environment.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF0872&ssn=0&y=2025