An act relating to regulating the sale of catalytic converters

This bill regulates the sale and transport of used catalytic converters in Vermont to help prevent vehicle theft. It limits scrap metal processors to buying no more than one converter per day from individuals who are not motor vehicle recyclers or repair shops, and requires anyone transporting multiple converters to mark each with the vehicle identification number and provide proof of ownership documentation. Sellers must present government-issued identification, and processors must keep detailed records for five years, report undocumented sales to authorities, and hold items for ten days if proper documentation is missing. The law also establishes penalties for violations, requires unannounced inspections of salvage yards, and mandates public outreach and training to educate sellers, processors, and law enforcement on the new requirements.