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A 8851

Relates to certain rental vehicle protections

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Pat Carroll and 2 co-sponsors

Bill A 8851 adds protections for rental-vehicle renters, clarifying charges and terms to curb surprise fees and protect consumers.

REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION
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Bill Summary · A 8851

Summary: Bill A 8851 — Relates to certain rental vehicle protections

Overview

  • Bill number: A 8851
  • Title: Relates to certain rental vehicle protections
  • Status: Referred to the Committee on Consumer Affairs and Protection
  • Introduced: June 9, 2025
  • Classification: bill

What is known from the record

  • Legislative actions: On 2025-06-09, the bill was referred to the Assembly Committee on Consumer Affairs and Protection. The official record shows this referral appears twice, indicating a duplicate entry for the same action.
  • Sponsors:
    • Primary: Nily Rozic
    • Cosponsors: Patrick J. Carroll, Emerita Torres
  • Related bills: Senate companion S 3246 (listed as a companion bill)

Purpose and scope (based on title and typical aims)

The bill is described as relating to “certain rental vehicle protections.” The available record does not include the bill text or a labeled summary of provisions, so the specific protections, requirements, or changes proposed are not enumerated here. If enacted, the bill would presumably establish, modify, or clarify protections for consumers in the context of rental vehicles (e.g., disclosures, liability, insurance, charges, or terms). The exact scope (which parties are protected, in which circumstances, and to what extent) remains to be seen in the bill’s full text.

Potential provisions you might expect (not confirmed for A 8851)

Note: These are common topics in rental-vehicle protection legislation and are not guaranteed to be included in A 8851.
- Disclosure of rental terms and charges (base rates, taxes, fees, and optional services)
- Liability and damage policies (coverage requirements, waivers, and liability limits)
- Insurance provisions (requirements for rental agency or renter coverage)
- Restrictions on unauthorized or surprise charges and penalties
- Procedures for disputes, refunds, or returns
- Remedies for consumers and enforcement mechanisms for the state agencies

Who would be affected

  • Renters/consumers using rental vehicles
  • Rental car companies and their terms of service
  • Consumer protection agencies responsible for enforcement and education

Procedural timeline and next steps

  • The bill has been introduced and referred to the Committee on Consumer Affairs and Protection.
  • Next steps typically include committee hearings, potential amendments, and votes in committee, followed by floor consideration and potential passage or modification. If approved, it would move to the other house for consideration, and ultimately to the governor for signature or veto.
  • For updates, consult the official state legislature website or bill tracking resources. Look for the full text of A 8851 and any accompanying fiscal notes or sponsor memos.

Additional notes

  • A companion Senate bill exists: S 3246. Tracking both the Assembly and Senate versions can provide a fuller picture of the bill’s intent and potential trajectory.

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

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