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MA H365

MA H365
Relative to the issuance of a Class 1 dealer license


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Introduced
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

194th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to certain appeals of actions of licensing boards or officers of the approval and granting of class 1 motor vehicle dealer licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

AI Summary

This bill modifies the existing law regarding Class 1 motor vehicle dealer licenses by establishing a new appeals process. Specifically, the bill allows any person, including existing Class 1 dealers, to appeal the approval and granting of a Class 1 license within ten days of such action to the registrar. Existing Class 1 licensees can challenge the issuance of a new license if they believe the new applicant has not met the legal requirements. The registrar is required to create rules and regulations for this challenge process and must render a decision to either affirm or revoke the disputed license within thirty days. If a person is unsatisfied with the registrar's decision, they may further appeal to a Superior Court justice within ten days, who will conduct a summary hearing and has the authority to review factual and legal questions, potentially affirming or reversing the original licensing decision. This bill aims to provide a more comprehensive and structured mechanism for challenging motor vehicle dealer license approvals, giving both existing dealers and other interested parties a clearer path to contest licensing decisions.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H4980 (on 01/28/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H365
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H365.pdf
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