Bill > H3677

This bill establishes a new chapter in Massachusetts law that authorizes the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) to accept electronic signatures for motor vehicle title and registration transactions. The legislation defines key terms like "electronic signature" and "physical odometer document" and mandates that the registrar must accept electronic signatures on any document related to vehicle registration or titling, including certificates of title, secure powers of attorney, and reassignment documents. The bill requires that electronic signature systems securely verify user identity, capture and retain user information like IP addresses and timestamps, and maintain records for five years. The registrar is prohibited from imposing additional requirements on electronic signatures beyond those specified in the law and cannot require electronic documents to be converted to physical format unless physically submission is necessary. Electronic signatures can only be used for their intended purpose and must be linked to their original electronic records to prevent unauthorized transfer. The bill ensures that electronic signatures are legally valid and provides a framework for their use in motor vehicle-related transactions while maintaining security and authenticity standards. The legislation will take effect immediately upon passage and supersedes conflicting provisions in existing motor vehicle and electronic signature laws.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3677