An Act modernizing and expanding availability of motor vehicle titling and registration services
This bill modernizes Massachusetts' motor vehicle titling and registration system by enabling electronic cross-state services and updating key processes. It allows residents who purchase a vehicle in another state to electronically title and register it in Massachusetts once reciprocal agreements are established, while prohibiting restrictions on dealers based on transaction volume for electronic registration. The bill also updates procedures for releasing car loans (when paid off), requiring lienholders to act within 3-10 days and setting a 2026 deadline for an electronic process for dealers. Additionally, it permits waiving paper title certificates upon loan payoff, ensuring owners can request a free paper copy and that systems support necessary actions like lien releases.
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