Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 201: An Act further regulating business practices between motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, and distributors
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 201 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act further regulating business practices between motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, and distributors. Primary sponsor: Brendan Crighton (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2026): Accompanied a new draft, see S2998.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 201) of Brendan P. Crighton for legislation to further regulate business practices between motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, and distributors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brendan Crighton | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Third Essex |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a new draft, see S2998
- Reporting date extended to Thursday March 5, 2026
- Hearing rescheduled to 10/14/2025 from 10:00 AM-11:30 AM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure