This bill amends various sections of Minnesota Statutes related to motor vehicles, primarily focusing on the deadlines for filing vehicle title transfers and modifying eligibility requirements for rental motor vehicle license plates. Notably, the deadline for filing vehicle title transfers has been increased from ten days to 20 calendar days. Additionally, the bill introduces several technical corrections throughout the statutes, including changes in language that require the use of "must" instead of "shall" in certain contexts, thereby clarifying the obligations of vehicle owners and dealers.

Furthermore, the bill repeals a specific Minnesota Rule regarding the submission of title and registration applications by dealers, which previously mandated that these applications be submitted within ten days of a vehicle sale. The new provisions allow for a more extended period of 20 calendar days for compliance. The bill also clarifies definitions related to rental motor vehicles and outlines the responsibilities of dealers in various scenarios, such as when a vehicle is sold to a non-Minnesota customer or when a vehicle requires an emissions inspection before registration.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 168.101, 168.15, 168.27, 168.301, 168A.04, 168A.151, 168A.154