Creating mechanism for towing companies in WV to quickly access owner information

SB 422 requires West Virginia's Division of Motor Vehicles to provide towing and recovery companies (regulated by the Public Service Commission) immediate, on-demand access to vehicle owner registration information. This change prevents towing companies from incurring delays that lead to accumulating fees for vehicle owners while they seek contact details. The Division must update its systems or create a new portal by July 1, 2026, to enable this instant access. The bill directly affects towing companies and vehicle owners by reducing unnecessary charges tied to delayed owner contact.