Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced

H4979 — An Act modernizing protections for consumers in automobile transactions

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill updates consumer protections in automobile transactions.

The bill aims to enhance protections for consumers when buying or leasing vehicles. It addresses various aspects of automobile transactions to ensure fair treatment.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: This means consumers can expect improved transparency and fairness when engaging in automobile transactions.

Summary

An Act modernizing protections for consumers in automobile transactions

Bill Text

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Sponsors

  • Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure · Primary

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (203)

203 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does H4979 do?
An Act modernizing protections for consumers in automobile transactions
Who sponsors H4979?
H4979 is sponsored by Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
What is the current status of H4979?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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