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A 8742

Relates to the use of assumed and corporate names pertaining to household goods moving

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jonathan Jacobson and 1 co-sponsor

Requires household goods movers to register DBAs and disclose the legal corporate name in ads, contracts, and on vehicles, boosting transparency and preventing misrepresentation.

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Bill Summary · A 8742

Summary: Assembly Bill A 8742 – Relates to the use of assumed and corporate names pertaining to household goods moving

Overview

Bill A 8742, introduced on June 2, 2025 by Assembly member Jen Lunsford, concerns the use of assumed (DBA) and corporate names by businesses engaged in household goods moving. The measure has been referred to the Committee on Corporations, Authorities and Commissions for consideration.

Purpose and intent

  • To regulate how moving companies identify themselves to the public and in legal documents.
  • Aims to reduce consumer confusion and potential misrepresentation by ensuring that the names used in advertising, contracts, and other official communications accurately reflect the entity behind the service.

Key provisions (based on the bill’s title and common regulatory patterns)

Note: The exact text of provisions is not provided in the summary. The following outlines are indicative of what such a bill typically addresses and are listed as potential areas the bill may cover.

  • Definitions
    • Clarify terms such as “household goods moving,” “assumed name,” and “corporate name.”
  • Registration and disclosure requirements
    • Require moving companies to register any assumed name (DBA) and to disclose the registered corporate name in licenses, contracts, advertisements, and on vehicles.
  • Prohibition of deceptive practices
    • Prohibit the use of names that could mislead consumers about the legal entity responsible for the service.
  • Contract and advertising disclosures
    • Mandate that contracts, quotes, and advertisements clearly state the legal entity behind the service and any assumed name.
  • Compliance and enforcement
    • Establish enforcement mechanisms, potential penalties, and remedies for violations.
  • Transition and implementation
    • Provide a timeframe for compliance, including any grace period for existing businesses to register their names.

Who would be affected

  • Household goods moving companies and moving brokers that use any assumed or corporate names.
  • Consumers hiring moving services, who would benefit from clearer identification of the service provider.
  • Regulatory bodies responsible for corporate registrations and consumer protection within the moving industry.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced and referred to the Committee on Corporations, Authorities and Commissions on June 2, 2025.
  • No further action dates are provided in the available information; typical next steps would include committee hearings, potential amendments, floor votes, and passage by the full chamber or chamber-specific processes.

Potential impact

  • Consumer protection: Increased transparency about who is providing moving services.
  • Market clarity: Clear requirements for name usage could reduce misrepresentation and promote accountability.
  • Administrative burden: Businesses may incur costs to register names, maintain records, and comply with disclosure rules.

Next steps for readers

  • Monitor bill tracking for A 8742 to see committee hearings, amendments, and votes.
  • Review the full bill text when available to understand the exact definitions, requirements, penalties, and implementation timeline.
  • If you are a moving company or consumer, consider preparing to address name registrations and disclosure practices in anticipation of potential requirements.

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

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