S 1407 · 98th Congress · Transportation and Public Works

A bill to protect purchasers of used automobiles from fraudulent practices associated with automobile odometer modifications, and for other purposes.

Introduced 1983-06-06· Sponsored by Sen. Exon, J. James [D-NE]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
Committee
Senate Vote
4
House
5
Enacted
Latest: Referred to Subcommittee on Telecommunications, Consumer Protection and Finance.(1984-10-11)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends the Motor Vehicle Information and Cost Savings Act to prohibit the registration or licensing of motor vehicles when the ownership is transferred in interstate commerce unless: (1) the application for a new certificate of title is accompanied by the prior owner's most recent registration card; and (2) the new certificate of title is printed in a specified process and indicates the odometer mileage. Prohibits the issuance of a registration card for any motor vehicle that does not meet Federal odometer disclosure requirements.…

Summarized by Claude AI · Non-partisan · For informational purposes only

Cosponsors (6)

2 Democrats4 Republicans