An Act relative to the sale of old metals and vehicle catalytic converters
This bill amends Massachusetts law to regulate the sale of old metals and vehicle catalytic converters, directly affecting licensed scrap metal dealers and auto recyclers. It requires these businesses to verify the seller's identity and ownership through a bill of sale, keep detailed transaction records for three years, and use company checks for purchases over $250 or involving three or more converters. Additionally, the law prohibits dealers from buying converters from individuals who are not the vehicle's owner or a commercial enterprise, while allowing local police to enforce these rules with civil fines and license suspensions for violations.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
House Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023
Last action Feb 12, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2023
House · Passed
House concurred
Feb 16, 2023
Senate · Referred to committee
Referred to the committee on Transportation
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Bruce Tarr
RRepublican
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