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HB645

In general provisions, further providing for definitions; in certificate of title and security interests, further providing for refusing issuance of certificate, for transfer to vehicle salvage dealer and for transfer to scrap metal processor and providing for salvor nonrepairable vehicle reconstruction; in inspection of vehicles, further providing for limited liability of inspection station or mechanic and for certificate of appointment for enhanced vehicle safety inspection for reconstructed vehicle, modified or specially constructed inspection stations; in abandoned vehicles and cargos, further providing for reports to department of possession of abandoned vehicles; and imposing penalties.

Introduced·2/20/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB645 amends vehicle inspection and title laws, defining nonrepairable vehicles and reconstructing them, and setting penalties for.

Pennsylvania HB645 amends Title 75 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to redefine "nonrepairable vehicle" and "reconstructed vehicle." It allows salvors to restore nonrepairable vehicles to operating condition under specific conditions and requires enhanced inspections before issuing a title. The bill also mandates that salvors report possession of abandoned vehicles to the department and sets penalties for violations. It limits liability for inspection stations and mechanics and outlines procedures for transferring vehicles to scrap metal processors.

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Transportation Committee
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Sponsors

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History

Feb 20, 2025

House

Referred to Transportation