A3986

Requires towing companies accept electronically transmitted authorization of vehicle release to third party.

Chamber Passed·3/23/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A3986 mandates towing companies to accept electronic authorization for releasing towed vehicles to third parties.

New Jersey A3986 requires towing companies to accept electronically transmitted authorization for releasing towed vehicles to third parties, such as insurance companies or collision repair companies. This law aims to simplify the process of releasing a towed vehicle without requiring the owner or operator to appear in person. The Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs will issue guidelines to ensure the lawful transfer of property. This bill supplements the "Predatory Towing Prevention Act" to prevent unlawful practices and protect consumers.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Assembly · 67–1 · Mar 23
Current
Commerce Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

67 Yea

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1 Nay

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12 Not Voting

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Calendar

Mar 19

10:00 AM

Assembly Consumer Affairs Hearing

History

May 4

Senate

Received in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee

Mar 23

Assembly

Passed by the Assembly (67-1-0)

Mar 19

Assembly

Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading