Bill > HB0369

This bill makes several changes to the regulation of auto dealerships in Utah: It creates a new "direct-sale manufacturer" license that allows manufacturers who sell only electric, hydrogen, or other non-fossil fuel vehicles directly to consumers without a franchise agreement. These direct-sale manufacturers are subject to many of the same requirements as traditional auto dealers, but are exempted from the requirement to have a franchise agreement. The bill also defines the scope of the direct-sale manufacturer license, allowing direct-sale manufacturers to sell, display, and offer for sale or exchange new vehicles of their own line-make, as well as used vehicles, operate as a body shop, and dismantle vehicles. Direct-sale manufacturer salespersons are also subject to licensing requirements. The bill includes other provisions related to direct-sale manufacturers, such as requirements for their principal place of business and authorized service centers, as well as modifications to the administrator's powers and duties to accommodate this new license type. Overall, the bill creates a new regulatory framework for direct-sale manufacturers that aims to provide them with more flexibility compared to traditional franchise-based auto dealers, while still subjecting them to various licensing and operational requirements.

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