This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to grant companies providing towing and recovery services, which are regulated by the Public Service Commission, access to driver registration information on demand. The legislation specifies that these companies must have access to this information at all times to minimize charges that may accumulate for vehicle owners while the tow company seeks their personal information. Additionally, the bill mandates that the Division of Motor Vehicles will implement necessary changes or design a new portal to facilitate this access by July 1, 2026.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that the amendments made during the 2026 Regular Session will take effect on July 1, 2026. This change aims to streamline the process for tow companies to obtain necessary driver information, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and reducing potential costs for vehicle owners.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17A-2A-7