SF 5273 Minnesota Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Electronic motor vehicle documents governing requirements provisions modifications

This bill modernizes Minnesota's motor vehicle system by mandating the acceptance of electronic documents for vehicle titles and lien releases starting October 1, 2027. It requires dealers and authorized users to submit transfers digitally, while the state must set security standards for the companies providing these electronic services. The law also changes how title certificates are delivered, shifting from physical mail to electronic transmission for secured parties like lenders, and updates rules for issuing duplicate titles. Additionally, the bill restricts the issuance of duplicate titles when a security interest exists unless specific proof is provided, and it adjusts the commissioner's authority over rulemaking for these electronic processes.
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May 2026
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Introduced May 11, 2026 Last action May 11, 2026
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May 11, 2026
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Referred to Transportation
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May 11, 2026
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Matt Klein
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