The proposed legislation, General Assembly Raised Bill No. 119, aims to enhance consumer protections regarding used motor vehicle warranties. It stipulates that dealers selling used vehicles that are less than ten years old cannot exclude, modify, or limit implied warranties. Additionally, any contract for the sale of such vehicles must include an express warranty ensuring that the vehicle is mechanically operational and sound for at least sixty days or three thousand miles, whichever comes first. The bill also prohibits dealers from using disclaimers that limit their responsibility regarding warranties.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the conditions under which a used motor vehicle can be sold "as is." Previously, this was allowed if the vehicle's cash purchase price was below three thousand dollars or if it was seven years old or older. The new language changes the age requirement to ten years, thereby tightening the criteria for "as is" sales. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2026, and aims to provide clearer guidelines and protections for consumers purchasing used vehicles.