private towing carriers; regulation; rates
What changed between versions
The study committee's purpose was changed from reviewing heavy-duty truck towing to exclusively reviewing private property towing practices.
A new section requires the Department of Public Safety to submit a report by December 31, 2026, proposing the creation of a towing compliance and enforcement unit to investigate complaints and enforce rates.
The definition of a private towing carrier was updated to clarify that it does not include motor vehicle dealerships.
Language was added to strictly prohibit private towing carriers and property owners from exchanging money, fees, or gifts related to towing services to prevent kickbacks.
The deadline for cities and counties to update their private towing rates was extended from January 1, 2027, to July 1, 2027.
Redundant sections specifying that cities, towns, and counties enforce the bill were removed, likely because enforcement authority is now centralized or implied elsewhere.
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