House Bill No. 2160, introduced by Dobrinski, seeks to amend various sections of Oklahoma's motor vehicle regulations to enhance the oversight and licensing of new motor vehicle and powersport vehicle dealers. The bill emphasizes the importance of protecting public interest and promoting fair competition, requiring the Oklahoma New Motor Vehicle Commission to approve specific forms and establishing new licensure requirements for certain entities. It introduces new definitions, including "powersports vehicle dealer," and outlines procedures for the denial, suspension, or revocation of licenses, as well as conditions for salesperson employment. The bill also introduces penalties for unregistered salespersons and emphasizes maintaining public safety and welfare through ethical business practices.

Additionally, the bill addresses the relationship between manufacturers and dealers, prohibiting unfair practices and requiring reasonable compensation for various dealer expenses. It introduces a right of first refusal for manufacturers regarding dealership sales, with specific conditions for its exercise. The legislation also clarifies the termination process for dealer agreements, ensuring that dealers have the opportunity to protest terminations and receive fair compensation for unsold inventory and other assets if a franchise is terminated. Overall, House Bill No. 2160 aims to create a fairer marketplace for motor vehicle and powersports vehicle dealers in Oklahoma, with an effective date set for November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
House Committee Substitute: 47-561, 47-562, 47-563, 47-564, 47-564.2, 47-565, 47-565.2, 47-566, 47-578.1
Senate Committee Substitute for House Bill: 47-561, 47-562, 47-563, 47-564, 47-564.2, 47-565, 47-566, 47-578.1
Floor (House): 47-561, 47-562, 47-563, 47-564, 47-564.2, 47-565, 47-565.2, 47-566, 47-578.1
Floor (Senate): 47-561, 47-562, 47-563, 47-564, 47-564.2, 47-565, 47-566, 47-578.1
Engrossed: 47-561, 47-562, 47-563, 47-564, 47-564.2, 47-565, 47-565.2, 47-566, 47-578.1
Amended And Engrossed: 47-561, 47-562, 47-563, 47-564, 47-564.2, 47-565, 47-566, 47-578.1, 47-565.2
Enrolled (final version): 47-561, 47-562, 47-563, 47-564, 47-564.2, 47-565, 47-566, 47-578.1
Sub Committee OR Policy Committee Recommendations (House) Policy Committee Recommendation: 47-561, 47-562, 47-563, 47-564, 47-564.2, 47-565, 47-565.2, 47-566, 47-578.1