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CT SB00413

CT SB00413
An Act Revising Various Motor Vehicle Statutes, Implementing The Recommendations Of The Department Of Motor Vehicles And Concerning Youth Instruction Permits, Automobile Dealers And Manufacturers And The Towing And Storage Of Motor Vehicles.


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Introduced
03/04/2026
In Committee
04/30/2026
Crossed Over
04/29/2026
Passed
05/15/2026
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

To revise various motor vehicle statutes regarding removable windshield placards, firefighter driving reciprocity, motor vehicle registration upon the death of the owner of the vehicle, the definition of electric scooter, car rental classifications, electric issuance licensees, the local bridge program and electric bicycles.

AI Summary

This bill revises various motor vehicle statutes, including changes to the issuance and display of removable windshield placards for persons with disabilities, allowing for firefighter reciprocity for operating fire apparatus, clarifying rules for car rental classifications, updating the definition of an "electric scooter" to include a higher weight limit, and establishing new regulations for the towing and storage of motor vehicles. Key provisions include the creation of an online portal for tracking towed vehicles, updated procedures for notifying owners of towed vehicles, and revised fee structures for towing and storage. The bill also addresses requirements for vehicle dealers, including how they advertise prices and handle customer data, and introduces new rules for electric bicycles and youth instruction permits. Additionally, it establishes an Accessible Parking Advisory Council to develop strategies for preventing fraud and misuse of placards and mandates the proclamation of "Accessible Parking Awareness Day."

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (4)

Other Sponsors (1)

Transportation Committee (Joint)

Last Action

Transmitted by Secretary of the State to Governor (on 05/15/2026)

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