Definition modification of a motor vehicle dealer to include dealers licensed under the laws of a contiguous state

SF 1321 modifies Minnesota's definition of "motor vehicle dealer" to include dealers licensed under the laws of contiguous states (like North Dakota or South Dakota). This change directly affects out-of-state dealers operating near Minnesota borders, allowing Minnesota officials to treat them as licensed dealers for specific purposes. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 168.002, subdivision 6, enabling the commissioner to consider these out-of-state licensed dealers as "dealers" under sections 168.27, 168.33, 168.345, and 168.346. The change takes effect October 1, 2025.