S 568 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Prohibits motor vehicle manufacturer or dealer from requiring subscription for certain motor vehicle features.

This bill prohibits New Jersey motor vehicle dealers and manufacturers from requiring consumers to pay recurring subscription fees for features already installed in the vehicle, such as heated seats or driver assistance systems. It specifically targets cases where the necessary hardware is present at purchase but requires software activation via a subscription. The law does not apply to third-party services like satellite radio. Violations could result in fines up to $20,000 and other penalties under consumer fraud laws.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
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