Texas Senate Bill SB1235

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Out of Senate Committee: 4/1/09
• Voted on by Senate: 4/9/09
• Out of House Committee: 5/4/09
• Voted on by House: 5/26/09
• Governor Action: 6/19/09
• Enrolled: 5/29/09
• Passed: 6/19/09

Caption

Relating to the sale and use of unregistered vehicles, including the issuance and use of temporary tags on vehicles.

Impact

This legislation will have a significant impact on state laws pertaining to vehicle registration and the operations of motor vehicle dealers. By enhancing the regulatory framework around unregistered vehicles and temporary tags, the bill establishes a more secure environment for vehicle transactions. It aims to protect consumers and uphold the integrity of the state's vehicle registration system by ensuring that only legitimate temporary tags are used. In addition, provisions requiring dealers to enter specific buyer information into a centralized database will help state authorities track vehicle sales and registration more effectively.

Summary

Senate Bill 1235 addresses the sale and use of unregistered vehicles, specifically focusing on the issuance and regulations surrounding temporary tags for these vehicles. The bill amends several sections of the Transportation Code to clarify the responsibilities of vehicle dealers when issuing temporary tags and sets stricter guidelines concerning the qualifications and operations of dealers. One primary objective of SB1235 is to bolster the enforcement against the misuse of temporary tags, thereby reducing instances of fraudulent activities related to vehicle registration.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding SB1235 include concerns from some stakeholders about the potential burden on smaller dealers and the implications for consumers purchasing vehicles. While proponents of the bill argue that increased regulation will prevent fraud and mismanagement, critics suggest that the additional bureaucratic requirements could hinder legitimate business practices and unintentionally affect consumer access to vehicles. The balance between ensuring consumer protection and facilitating a healthy marketplace for vehicle sales continues to be a point of discussion among legislators and industry representatives.