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Tow operators tell Senate Transportation $125 fee is insufficient as DMV cites $50,000 program budget
Summary
Tow companies told the Senate Transportation committee that the $125 cap for abandoned-vehicle reimbursement often falls short, especially for RVs and hazmat cleanups; DMV said it budgets $50,000 and estimates about 400 abandoned vehicles yearly and will consult industry partners.
Tow operators and recovery professionals urged the Senate Transportation committee to raise or tier the $125 abandoned-vehicle reimbursement and to clarify procedures after testifying about frequent unrecovered costs and operational burdens.
Bob Maloney and Herb Bartemy, who identified themselves as leaders in the towing and recovery industry, told the committee the current abandoned-vehicle process (VIN verification, mailed notices and a 30-day owner-response window) often leaves towers waiting for titles or payments while shouldering tow,…
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