This bill amends various sections of Minnesota Statutes related to transportation, specifically focusing on electronic motor vehicle documents. Key changes include the requirement for electronic titling and lien release, as well as the acceptance of electronic transmissions and signatures for motor vehicle transactions. Starting October 1, 2027, the commissioner will be mandated to deliver certificates of title electronically to secured parties and provide notifications regarding security interests. The bill also introduces provisions for issuing duplicate certificates of title, which must be marked as duplicates and include specific notifications about security interests.

Furthermore, the bill updates terminology by replacing "department" with "commissioner" and establishes new requirements for maintaining electronic records and accepting electronic signatures. It specifies that the commissioner must maintain electronic records for motor vehicles and manufactured homes, including security interests and title transactions. The fee structure for filing applications for certificates of title is modified to ensure that fees for electronically transmitted titles align with those for original titles. Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of the commissioner in managing electronic lien releases and the retention of physical documents, aiming to streamline the process of managing motor vehicle titles and security interests while enhancing efficiency and reducing reliance on physical documentation.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 168.33, 168A.06, 168A.09, 168A.14, 168A.18, 168A.20, 168A.24, 168A.29