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HB5197Introduced in the House

MOTOR VEHICLE FRANCHISE-SALES

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Introduced by Lawrence Walsh, District 86

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Amends the Motor Vehicle Franchise Act. Provides that it shall be deemed a violation for a manufacturer, distributor, wholesaler, or other specified entity to distribute new motor vehicles directly to consumers or to circumvent franchise distribution obligations under the Act. Provides that a manufacturer, common entity, or distributor, other than a manufacturer or distributor that was lawfully licensed to sell new motor vehicles directly to customers in the State before January 1, 2022, shall not own or operate a dealership or directly sell new vehicles in the State. Provides that it shall be deemed a violation for any manufacturer with an established franchise dealer network in the State to engage in the sale, lease, or servicing of new motor vehicles in a manner that bypasses or competes with the manufacturer's existing franchisee network. Makes conforming and other changes. Defines terms.

Where it stands

Referred to Rules Committee

February 10, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Lawrence "Larry" Walsh, Jr.

  2. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Matt Hanson

  3. First Reading

  4. Referred to Rules Committee

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