Senate Bill No. 102, introduced by Senator Pressly, amends the Louisiana Motor Vehicle Commission Law to establish a private right of action for licensed motor vehicle dealers and trade associations. The bill allows aggrieved dealers to initiate civil actions against manufacturers or distributors for violations of the law, specifying that trade associations can act on behalf of their members for declaratory or injunctive relief under certain conditions. It clarifies that civil actions can be filed in district courts without the need to exhaust administrative remedies first, thereby enhancing the rights of dealers and trade associations within the motor vehicle industry.

Additionally, the bill modifies existing licensing requirements by allowing for the transferability of certain licenses when dealers are under common ownership, and it removes the need for a new license application in cases of changes in corporate ownership, location, or name, allowing for amendments instead. The legislation retains current provisions related to fees and penalties while updating the fee structure for licensing and amending licenses. Overall, the proposed changes aim to streamline the licensing process and improve compliance requirements for motor vehicle and recreational products dealers in Louisiana.

Statutes affected:
SB102 Original: 32:1254(C)(11)