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Senators debate 'swear or affirm' language for vehicle registration; sponsors say intent is safety, critics warn of unintended consequences
Summary
First substitute SB 108 was amended on the floor to require new‑vehicle registrants to 'swear or affirm that any person who drives the motor vehicle will have a valid driver's license.' Senators questioned scope and potential liabilities for owners; sponsor said the change targets registration of vehicles sold to unlicensed drivers and intends no new penalties.
Senators spent substantial time on the floor debating an amendment to first substitute Senate Bill 108 that changes the long title and statutory language for vehicle registration.
Sponsor Senator Maine explained the amendment was drafted after consultations with the State Tax Commission and the Automobile Dealers Association to address a problem of unlicensed individuals registering unsafe vehicles. The adopted amendment instructs…
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