The proposed legislation, known as the Sale and Distribution of Nonmotorized Trailers Exemption Act, aims to exempt the sale and distribution of nonmotorized trailers from the franchise requirements outlined in the Board of Vehicles Act. The bill recognizes that nonmotorized trailers do not fit the traditional franchising model used for motor vehicle sales, as dealers often sell various trailer brands without exclusive contracts. By removing franchise restrictions, the bill seeks to alleviate unnecessary burdens on small businesses while maintaining essential consumer protections, such as licensing of dealers and salespersons, registration, titling, and sales tax collection.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the Board of Vehicles Act will not apply to the sale, distribution, or servicing of nonmotorized trailers, thereby streamlining the regulatory framework for these products. It includes a provision for an impact assessment to be conducted three years after the act's effective date, which will evaluate the effects of this exemption and report findings to the relevant legislative committees. The act is set to take effect 90 days after its passage.