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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 87(R)

House Bill 3533

House Author:  Martinez

Effective:  9-1-21

Senate Sponsor:  Seliger


            House Bill 3533 amends the Transportation Code to increase from $25,000 to $50,000 the amount of surety bond that must be purchased by an applicant for the issuance or renewal of a motor vehicle dealer general distinguishing number or a wholesale motor vehicle auction general distinguishing number, other than a person licensed as a franchised motor vehicle dealer. The bill provides for the required posting by a dealer notice of the surety bond and related recovery procedure for a claimant.