FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Kristen Gorski, Press Secretary
Kristen.Gorski@iga.in.gov
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STATEHOUSE (Feb. 3, 2025) — A bill authored by State Sen. Dan Dernulc (R-Highland) that would improve the sale of utility trailers passed the Senate unanimously today.
Senate Bill 73 would take utility trailers out of the definition of "motor vehicle" to make it easier for big box stores to sell them. Right now, these stores need a distributor license from the Secretary of State's office to sell trailers even though they shouldn't be considered vehicles.
"I am happy to see this piece of legislation move through the process with the full support of the Senate," Dernulc said. "It is important that our laws recognize the difference between a utility trailer and a motor vehicle for those who would like to sell trailers in Indiana. This way, our stores don't have to deal with the extra hassle of getting a license for something that should not be considered a motor vehicle. I have done my part of the towing, and now it is up to the House to continue supporting it through the process."
SB 73 will now move to the Indiana House of Representatives for further consideration.
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State Sen. Dan Dernulc (R-Highland) represents Senate District 1,
which includes a portion of Lake County.
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