This bill amends existing laws related to motor vehicle reinstatements in Louisiana, specifically addressing the management of delinquent debts owed to the office of motor vehicles. Key changes include redefining "delinquent debt" to mean debts that are 180 days or more past due, rather than the previous 60 days. The bill also allows the office of motor vehicles to settle debts to avoid litigation and collection expenses, and it removes the requirement for the office to refer final delinquent debts to the office of debt recovery, giving it the discretion to do so instead. Additionally, debtors are now required to provide a valid email address for communication regarding their debts.

The legislation introduces a Reinstatement Relief Program aimed at individuals with reinstatement fees due to lapses in insurance coverage. It establishes guidelines for how these fees are assessed and the conditions under which individuals can enter into installment agreements to pay off their debts. The bill also outlines the consequences of failing to make timely payments, including the assessment of late fees and potential removal from the relief program. Overall, the bill seeks to provide more flexible options for debtors while streamlining the process for the office of motor vehicles.

Statutes affected:
HB683 Original: 32:8(B)
HB683 Engrossed: 32:8(A)(2), 32:4(B)
HB683 Reengrossed: 32:8(A)(2), 32:4(B)
HB683 Enrolled: 32:8(A)(2), 32:4(B)
HB683 Act 629: 32:8(A)(2), 32:4(B)