S2603
An Act relative to affordable car rentals
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Bill overview
This bill, S.2603, addresses affordability in car rentals within Massachusetts. It proposes changes to existing regulations to potentially lower rental costs for consumers. The bill was amended from a previous version, S.2367, and subsequently reprinted as S.2616. The goal is to make car rentals more accessible to a wider range of residents.
Key provisions
- Potential adjustments to rental pricing structures.
- Requirements for rental companies to disclose all fees upfront.
- Consideration of regulations regarding vehicle maintenance and safety.
- Possible modifications to existing tax policies related to leased vehicles.
Who is affected
- Consumers in Massachusetts who rent vehicles.
- Car rental companies operating in Massachusetts.
- The Massachusetts state government (through potential tax adjustments).
Notable changes
- The bill is an amendment to a previous version (S.2367) and was subsequently reprinted as S.2616.
- It seeks to establish clearer guidelines for rental fees and disclosures.
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Primary sponsor
Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill S.2603 194th (Current)
An Act relative to affordable car rentals
Senate, September 11, 2025 -- The committee on Senate Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill relative to affordable car rentals (Senate, No. 2637),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2603).
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill S.2603
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 9/11/2025 | Senate | Reported form the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
| 9/11/2025 | Senate | Recommended new draft for S2367 |
| 9/11/2025 | Senate | Substituted as a new draft for S2367 |
| 9/11/2025 | Senate | Ordered to a third reading |
| 9/18/2025 | Senate | Amendment (Rodrigues) adopted |
| 9/18/2025 | Senate | Reprinted, as amended see S2616 |
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