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A 75

Relates to requiring disclosure of types of replacement parts used in automobile collision repairs

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Vivian Cook and 9 co-sponsors

Requires auto collision repair shops to disclose the types of replacement parts used (OEM, aftermarket, salvaged) to inform consumers and affect estimates and invoices.

REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
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Bill Summary · A 75

Summary: A 75 – Relates to requiring disclosure of types of replacement parts used in automobile collision repairs

Overview

A 75 is a New York bill introduced on January 8, 2025, that would require disclosure of the types of replacement parts used in automobile collision repairs. The measure is currently in committee, having been referred to the Transportation Committee on the introduction date. A companion bill exists in the Senate as S 4753.

Purpose and intent

  • The bill’s stated objective is to promote transparency by requiring disclosure about the kinds of replacement parts used when repairing vehicles after a collision. This aims to inform consumers about whether OEM (original equipment manufacturer), aftermarket, salvaged, or other types of parts are used in repairs.

Key provisions (as introduced)

  • The materials provided do not include the bill’s full text, definitions, or operational details. Specifically missing are:
    • How “types of replacement parts” are defined (e.g., OEM, aftermarket, used/recycled, rebuilt).
    • When and where disclosures must be provided (e.g., during estimates, repair orders, or final invoices).
    • Required language or format for the disclosure.
    • Exceptions, if any (e.g., emergency repairs, parts compatibility issues, safety considerations).
    • Enforcement, penalties, or remedies for noncompliance.
    • Any effective date or phased implementation timeline.

Affected parties

  • Primary: Automobile repair shops and collision repair facilities that perform repairs and issue estimates/invoices.
  • Consumers: Vehicle owners and insured parties who seek transparency about the parts used in repairs.
  • Insurers and repair networks: Could be affected in terms of communications and claims documentation.
  • Parts manufacturers and suppliers: Indirectly affected by disclosure requirements.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: January 8, 2025.
  • Status: REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION (January 8, 2025). The bill has not advanced to passage or active consideration beyond committee referral in the current session.
  • Related legislation: A number of prior-session bills mirror or complement this concept (A 2880, A 3872, A 5042, A 5964, A 8494, A 6617, A 1280, A 59) and the Senate companion is S 4753.

Sponsors

  • Primary sponsor: William Magnarelli.
  • Cosponsors: Pamela J. Hunter, Nader Sayegh, Deborah Glick, Jaime R. Williams, Vivian Cook, Donna Lupardo, Albert A. Stirpe, Karen McMahon, Jeffrey Dinowitz.

Potential implications and considerations

  • If enacted, the bill could increase consumer transparency regarding repair costs and parts quality, potentially influencing consumer choice and satisfaction.
  • It may impact repair-shop workflows, documentation practices, and disclosures on estimates or invoices.
  • Practical details (definitions, disclosure methods, exemptions, enforcement) will determine the bill’s administrative burden and effectiveness; those details would be clarified in the bill’s full text and any amendments during committee review.

Note: This summary reflects information available from the provided bill notice and related materials. Full text would clarify definitions, disclosure mechanics, and enforcement.

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

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