The bill, enacted as R.S. 32:1270.30.1, establishes new regulations for the establishment and relocation of recreational vehicle (RV) dealerships in Louisiana. It mandates that the Louisiana Motor Vehicle Commission must notify existing dealerships selling the same line of RVs when an application for a new dealership or the relocation of an existing one is received. Existing dealerships have the right to protest the application if it falls within a specified radius—200 miles for motor home dealerships and 100 miles for towable RV dealerships. The bill outlines the procedures for objections, including a 30-day period for written protests and a requirement for the commission to hold a hearing if objections are lodged.

Additionally, the bill provides exemptions for dealerships with valid agreements as of August 1, 2025, and clarifies that the provisions apply only to recreational vehicles as defined in existing law, excluding other recreational products. The commission is tasked with considering various factors, such as community support for additional dealerships and the financial impact on existing businesses, when determining whether to grant a license. The burden of proof lies with the applicant and manufacturer to demonstrate that existing dealerships will not be substantially harmed by the new or relocated dealership.