Bill > SB112

This bill modifies consumer protections for HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning) system warranties in Georgia by establishing three primary provisions: First, when a residential property with an HVAC system is sold to a new owner, the existing manufacturer's warranty will automatically transfer to that new owner without additional fees, continuing in effect as if the new owner was the original purchaser, though the warranty's remaining term will not be extended. Second, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers are prohibited from conditioning warranties on product registration, and any warranty registration cards or forms must clearly state that failure to complete and return the registration will not diminish warranty rights or decrease the warranty term. Third, the full term of an HVAC system warranty will be effective from the date of installation, specifically when the installation is performed by a contractor licensed under Georgia's Chapter 14 of Title 43. The bill will become effective on January 1, 2026, and will apply to warranties manufactured, issued, sold, or offered for sale on or after that date, with the goal of providing clearer and more consumer-friendly warranty protections for HVAC systems.

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https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70008