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HB 8213·RI·house

AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- REGULATION OF BUSINESS PRACTICES AMONG MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS, AND DEALERS

Signed into LawFiled Feb 27, 2026
Sponsor: Pat Serpa (D)
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Signed by Governor

Jun 22, 2026

Summary

The act creates procedures for family members to inherit a dealership, requires manufacturers to give notice before opening or moving dealerships, and establishes how warranty parts and labor rates are set and disputed. It also standardizes claim processing times, limits charge‑backs, bans special state‑sale discounts, and clarifies who is liable for vehicle damage during transport. The goal is to make dealer‑manufacturer relationships more transparent and fair.

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