Requires motorcycles to be registered at point of sale
This bill requires motorcycle dealers in New York to register all motorcycles at the time of sale to the buyer, rather than after purchase. It directly affects motorcycle dealers and buyers within New York State, mandating that registration occurs during the transaction. The law includes an exception for motorcycles purchased exclusively for out-of-state use, requiring dealers to collect a signed declaration from buyers confirming they understand registration requirements and penalties for noncompliance. The registration period and expiration dates will be set by the state transportation agency.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 26, 2025
Last action Feb 26, 2025
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Feb 26, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Brad Hoylman-Sigal
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Leroy Comrie
DDemocratic
Co
Luis Sepúlveda
DDemocratic
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