S1667
An Act relative to motor vehicle battery storage
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Bill overview
This bill requires motor vehicle manufacturers to provide notices to consumers when their vehicles are equipped with battery storage systems. The notices would inform owners about the system’s presence, potential benefits, and any associated risks. It aims to increase transparency and awareness regarding these increasingly common vehicle features. The bill also directs the Public Safety and Homeland Security committee to hold a hearing on the matter.
Key provisions
- Requires motor vehicle manufacturers to provide notices to consumers.
- Notices must detail the presence of battery storage systems in vehicles.
- Notices must outline potential benefits and risks associated with these systems.
- Directs the Public Safety and Homeland Security committee to hold a hearing.
Who is affected
- Motor vehicle consumers
- Motor vehicle manufacturers
- Vehicle owners
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Primary sponsor
Jr. William J. Driscoll
Cosponsor
Jr. William J. Driscoll
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Bill S.1667 194th (Current)
An Act relative to motor vehicle battery storage
By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1667) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. for legislation relative to motor vehicle battery storage notices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: William J. Driscoll, Jr. Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1667
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 4/7/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/09/2025 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in A-1 & A-2 |
| 1/15/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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