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NJ S906
NJ S906Establishes means by which customers may submit written authorization approving repairs to be made by automotive repair dealers.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill establishes that a customer can authorize, in writing, an automotive repair dealer to make repairs to a motor vehicle through a contract with the dealer that is agreed to by the customer or by other forms of writing to include, but not be limited to, an e-mail and a mobile text message. All forms of written authorization are to contain the first and last name of the customer requesting the repair, contact information for the customer, the specific nature of the repair, and the odometer reading of the motor vehicle to be repaired. "Contact information" is defined in the bill as the first and last name of the customer and an e-mail address, mobile phone number, or home phone number by which to reach the customer. If the specific nature of a repair is unknown to the customer, a description explaining the problem to the automotive repair dealer is deemed sufficient. An automotive repair shop that performs services without receiving a written authorization containing the required information is liable for a penalty of not more than $1,000 for a first offense and not more than $3,000 for a second and each subsequent offense.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a clear process for customers to authorize automotive repair dealers to fix their vehicles, requiring all repairs to be preceded by a "written authorization," which can be a contract, an email, or even a text message. This authorization must include the customer's full name, their contact information (defined as their name and a phone number or email address), a description of the specific repair needed, and the vehicle's odometer reading. If the customer doesn't know the exact repair, describing the problem to the dealer is acceptable. Automotive repair shops that perform work without this proper written consent face penalties, with fines of up to $1,000 for a first offense and up to $3,000 for subsequent offenses.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S906 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1000/906_I1.HTM |
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