SS/SCS/HB 2008 - This act adds a definition of "powersport dealer" to the definitions for licensure of dealers, manufacturers and auctions. A "powersport dealer" sells motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles and personal watercraft.

This act creates advertising standards for dealers. Dealers are prohibited from using the terms "at cost" and "$___ above cost" in advertising. Other terms are limited in their use. Violations of the advertising standards shall be deemed an attempt to obtain a fee or compensation by fraud, deception or misrepresentation and can subject the dealer to discipline.

This act also eliminates lienholder possession on motor vehicle and manufactured home certificates of title. The owner of the motor vehicle or manufactured home is required to list the lienholder on the application for title and failure to do so is a Class A misdemeanor. The process for perfection of and releases of liens for lienholders and subordinate lienholders is specified.

This act also restricts the use of license plates that are patently offensive or contemptuous of a racial or ethnic group.

This act is similar to portions of SCS/SB 926 and SCS/SB 1264 (2002).
CINDY KADLEC