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HB 2158

Motor vehicles; licensure; entities requiring licensure; prohibiting factory engagement; dealer management system providers; security standards; actions; revocation or suspense of license; effective date.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Dobrinski and 1 co-sponsor

Oklahoma requires dealer management system providers to meet security standards and prohibits manufacturers from directly engaging dealers, with license revocation as enforcement.

Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/08/2025
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Bill Summary · HB 2158

Legislative bill overview

HB 2158 regulates motor vehicle dealer licensing in Oklahoma by establishing requirements for dealer management system (DMS) providers and prohibiting direct factory engagement with dealers without proper licensure. The bill sets security standards for these systems and provides enforcement mechanisms through license revocation or suspension for non-compliance.

Why is this important

This legislation affects the automotive retail industry structure by clarifying which entities need state licensure and how they must operate. It protects dealers from direct manufacturer interference while establishing cybersecurity baselines for the software systems dealers depend on to operate—a growing concern as dealership operations become increasingly digital.

Potential points of contention

  • Factory-dealer relationships: Manufacturers may view restrictions on direct engagement as limiting their ability to manage their brand standards and inventory directly
  • Compliance costs: Smaller DMS providers could face significant expenses implementing mandated security standards, potentially reducing market competition
  • Regulatory clarity: The bill's definitions of what constitutes "factory engagement" and "dealer management system provider" may create ambiguity in enforcement and compliance

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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