Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2668

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Out of House Committee
 
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Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to regulation of vehicle storage facilities and the approval and regulation by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles of Internet websites for the public sale of certain abandoned vehicles by vehicle storage facility operators.

Impact

The proposed changes in SB2668 will provide a more structured approach to handling abandoned vehicles, which is intended to streamline the process for both vehicle storage facilities and vehicle owners. By allowing the sale of abandoned vehicles through approved internet platforms, the bill is expected to simplify the process of disposal for vehicle storage operators, potentially leading to a quicker resolution for storage space issues at these facilities. This could help in reducing the accumulation of abandoned vehicles and enhance the operational efficiency of vehicle storage businesses.

Summary

SB2668 aims to regulate vehicle storage facilities and establish a framework for the public sale of abandoned vehicles through the approval of internet websites by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. The bill includes provisions that amend existing sections of the Occupations Code, specifically detailing the methods of notifying vehicle owners about their vehicles being deemed abandoned. It establishes requirements for vehicle storage operators on how they must prove notice delivery to vehicle owners.

Contention

However, the bill may face contention regarding the fairness of the notification process and the requirements associated with internet sales. Concerns may arise about ensuring that vehicle owners are adequately informed before their vehicles are considered abandoned, especially given the potential consequences of not reclaiming their property. Moreover, operators must handle the sales transparently to prevent disputes over vehicle conditions and undisclosed damages. The bill's impact on existing practices and the legal framework for handling abandoned vehicles might also be scrutinized as stakeholders evaluate its implementation.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Occupations Code

  • Chapter 2303. Vehicle Storage Facilities
    • Section: 151
    • Section: 154
    • Section: 157

Tax Code

  • Chapter 152. Taxes On Sale, Rental, And Use Of Motor Vehicles
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

TX HB5340

Identical Relating to regulation of vehicle storage facilities and the approval and regulation by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles of Internet websites for the public sale of certain abandoned vehicles by vehicle storage facility operators.

Previously Filed As

TX HB3109

Relating to provision of notice by a vehicle storage facility through a Texas Department of Motor Vehicles electronic system; authorizing a fee.

TX HB4447

Relating to impoundment, storage, and notification fees for vehicles stored at vehicle storage facilities; authorizing fee increases and decreases; requiring the adjustment of authorized fees.

TX HB3148

Relating to a vehicle storage facility operator's possessory lien on a vehicle and the vehicle's cargo, contents, and other personal property.

TX HB1964

Relating to the release of a motor vehicle accident report to an employee or authorized representative of a vehicle storage facility.

TX HB3577

Relating to the issuance of title to a salvage pool operator for certain motor vehicles.

TX SB1263

Relating to the issuance of title to a salvage pool operator for certain motor vehicles.

TX HB46

Relating to the denial of the registration of a motor vehicle based on certain information provided by a county to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.

TX HB4987

Relating to the sale of specialty license plates by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.

TX HB4661

Relating to the applicability of certain federal regulations to motor vehicles that are manufactured, sold, and operated exclusively in this state.

TX HB3274

Relating to human operators of automated motor vehicles.

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