Bill > HB1153

This bill requires auto dealers to collect and keep specific identification from potential buyers, such as a driver's license or identification card for individuals, or a federal employer identification number or authorized representative's identification for businesses. Starting July 1, 2026, any company that transports vehicles, referred to as a "transport operator," must either have a physical business location in Indiana or provide proof of valid registration from the U.S. Department of Transportation that permits them to operate within the state to obtain a registration number. Additionally, the bill establishes that operating a dealership without a license from the secretary of state, which is the state official responsible for issuing these licenses, will be considered a Class A infraction, a serious misdemeanor offense.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1153/details