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Iowa House Bill HSB610

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HSB610

Introduced
1/24/24  
Introduced
1/24/24  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to vehicles, including the initial registration and issuance of certificate of title by any county treasurer and the definitions of terms for purposes of motor vehicle franchisers.(See HF 2607, HF 2678.)

Impact

The advancement of HSB610 may have far-reaching implications for how vehicle registration is handled across Iowa. With the introduction of provisions that allow for registration in any county without the prior restrictions, the bill is expected to simplify the initial registration process and expand accessibility for vehicle owners. Supporters argue that this reform will provide convenience to residents and lessen the administrative burden of dealing with multiple counties. However, the bill may also challenge some existing norms within county administrative practices, raising questions about their capacity to handle an increase in applications and potentially straining resources in busier counties.

Summary

House Study Bill 610 is designed to streamline processes related to vehicle registration and the issuance of certificates of title in the state of Iowa. This bill proposes significant changes to current procedures, allowing vehicle owners and lessors of certain vehicles to apply for registration and titles at any county treasurer's office, rather than being restricted to their designated county. The aim is to enhance efficiency in vehicle registration, which has previously been hampered by administrative limitations. This bill also revises the definitions related to motor vehicle franchisers, which could impact how vehicle franchises operate within the state.

Contention

Discussions around HSB610 bring to light significant points of contention regarding its potential impact on local governance and the division of responsibilities between counties. Critics of the bill may express concerns that it could undermine established procedures and lead to inconsistencies in how registrations are managed. Furthermore, there is a possibility that local officials could resist this change due to fears that it may complicate their operations or reduce local control over vehicle registrations and related administrative functions.

Latest IA HSB610 Activity

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Companion Bills

IA HF2607

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to vehicles, including the initial registration and issuance of certificate of title by any county treasurer and the definitions of terms for purposes of motor vehicle franchisers.(Formerly HSB 610; See HF 2678.)

IA HF2678

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to vehicles, including the initial registration and issuance of certificate of title by certain county treasurers and the definitions of terms for purposes of motor vehicle franchisers, providing fees, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HF 2607, HSB 610.)

Previously Filed As

IA HF2607

A bill for an act relating to vehicles, including the initial registration and issuance of certificate of title by any county treasurer and the definitions of terms for purposes of motor vehicle franchisers.(Formerly HSB 610; See HF 2678.)

IA HF2678

A bill for an act relating to vehicles, including the initial registration and issuance of certificate of title by certain county treasurers and the definitions of terms for purposes of motor vehicle franchisers, providing fees, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HF 2607, HSB 610.)

IA HF674

A bill for an act relating to vehicles, including by providing for registration and titling of motor vehicles by any county treasurer, by modifying related fees and the amount of fees retained by county treasurers, and the definitions of terms for purposes of motor vehicle franchisers, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly HF 344, HF 55.) Effective date: 07/01/2024, 01/01/2025.

IA HF344

A bill for an act regarding the registration and titling of motor vehicles, including by providing for initial registration and titling by any county treasurer and by modifying related fees and the amount of fees retained by county treasurers.(Formerly HF 55; See HF 674.)

IA HF55

A bill for an act regarding the registration and titling of motor vehicles, including by providing for initial registration and titling by any county treasurer and by modifying related fees and the amount of fees retained by county treasurers.(See HF 344, HF 674.)

IA SSB1053

A bill for an act regarding the registration and titling of motor vehicles, including by providing for initial registration and titling by any county treasurer and by modifying related fees and the amount of fees retained by county treasurers.(Formerly SF 80; See SF 380.)

IA SF80

A bill for an act regarding the registration and titling of motor vehicles, including by providing for initial registration and titling by any county treasurer and by modifying related fees and the amount of fees retained by county treasurers.(See SSB 1053, SF 380.)

IA SF380

A bill for an act regarding the registration and titling of motor vehicles, including by providing for initial registration and titling by any county treasurer and by modifying related fees and the amount of fees retained by county treasurers.(Formerly SSB 1053, SF 80.)

IA HSB186

A bill for an act relating to the issuance and suspension of motor vehicle registrations and certificates of title.(See HF 593.)

IA SSB1171

A bill for an act relating to the issuance and suspension of motor vehicle registrations and certificates of title.(See SF 497.)

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