Relates to recordkeeping requirements for second-hand dealers, scrap processors and pawnbrokers
S 554 requires second-hand dealers handling precious metals, used electronics, or specific appliances (excluding kitchen appliances), and pawnbrokers to maintain detailed electronic transaction records for six years. These records must include customer personal information (name, address, physical description), item details (serial numbers, photos), and transaction specifics, stored electronically for inspection by law enforcement and state officials. Businesses must use electronic equipment like digital cameras and internet-connected computers to create and maintain these records, as specified by the Secretary of State. The bill standardizes recordkeeping to improve transparency, without specifying penalties or outcomes.
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Introduced Jan 8, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 8, 2025
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John Liu
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