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The Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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PRESENTED BY:

Steven S. Howitt

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To the Honorable Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in General
Court assembled:

The undersigned legislators and/or citizens respectfully petition for the adoption of the accompanying bill:

An Act relative to vehicle warranty fulfillment.

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PETITION OF:

 

Name:

District/Address:

Date Added:

Steven S. Howitt

4th Bristol

2/3/2020


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By Mr. Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Steven S. Howitt relative to warranty for motor vehicles after certain sales.  Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

 

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts

 

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In the One Hundred and Ninety-First General Court
(2019-2020)

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An Act relative to vehicle warranty fulfillment.

 

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in General Court assembled, and by the authority of the same, as follows:
 

SECTION 1. Section 16 of chapter 90D of the General Laws, as appearing in the 2018 Official Edition, is hereby amended by adding the following subsection:-

(c) If an automobile dealer or private individual buys a vehicle and holds it for resale, said dealer or individual shall honor any optional pre-paid manufacturers vehicle warranty plan corresponding to the automobile’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) upon resale. Said warranty shall remain valid until the warranty timing and/or mileage agreement is fulfilled.