H 321 Massachusetts House · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act relative to vehicle warranty fulfillment

This bill requires automobile dealers and private sellers in Massachusetts to honor pre-paid vehicle warranties when reselling a car. The law mandates that the warranty remains valid based on the original timing and mileage limits until those conditions are met. It specifically applies to vehicles sold by individuals or businesses that purchase cars for the purpose of resale. This change ensures that buyers receive the same warranty coverage regardless of whether the seller is a licensed dealer or a private party.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
Senate Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action May 30, 2024
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
5
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2023
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Steven Howitt
RRepublican
MA
4th Bristol