Tennessee House Bill HB0621

Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/30/25
• Refer: 2/5/25
• Refer: 3/11/25
• Refer: 3/18/25
• Engrossed: 3/24/25
• Enrolled: 3/25/25
• Passed: 4/3/25
• Chaptered: 4/4/25

Caption

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 56, Chapter 55, relative to motor vehicle protection products.

Impact

The bill's impact on Tennessee state laws includes modifications to the Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Title 56, Chapter 55, which governs motor vehicle protection products. By changing the registration requirements for warrantors, HB0621 aims to improve the efficiency of the warranty registration system, thereby enhancing consumer protection in the realm of motor vehicle warranties. The alterations are expected to relieve some administrative burdens from the warrantors while ensuring that updated and accurate information is maintained in the state records, ultimately benefiting consumers who rely on these products.

Summary

House Bill 0621 seeks to amend existing regulations in Tennessee regarding motor vehicle protection products, specifically focusing on the registration and renewal process for warrantors. The bill mandates that warrantor registration records are to be filed annually. Furthermore, warrantors are required to update their registration information within thirty days of any changes, enhancing the accountability of companies offering motor vehicle protection products. The legislation introduces a new provision that streamlines the renewal process by allowing warrantors to renew their registration without needing to submit a copy of an already registered warranty, provided they notify the authorities of any changes made to the original warranty information within the stipulated time frame.

Sentiment

General sentiment surrounding HB0621 appears to be positive, particularly from those in the legal and automotive industries who view the amendments as a necessary update to existing law. Supporters argue that these changes will reduce redundancy in the renewal process while maintaining consumer safety. However, any sentiment from consumer advocacy groups or dissenting opinions from opposition members has not been clearly documented in the current transcripts or discussions, thus lacking a comprehensive view of potential concerns regarding the bill.

Contention

No major points of contention have been indicated in the accessible discussions about HB0621 at this time. The bill seems to have garnered favorable responses from stakeholders, chiefly due to its effort to simplify the regulatory environment for motor vehicle protection products. However, there may still be underlying concerns about the potential for consumer exploitation if warrantors are too easily permitted to modify their registrations without substantial oversight. Without significant opposition noted, the current legislative climate reflects a consensus on the bill's direction.