H.R.4468 — Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2023
House Roll Call
H.R.4468
| Bill | H.R.4468 — Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2023 |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Passage |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 221 / Nay 197 / Present 0 / Not Voting 15 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 216 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| D | 5 | 197 | 0 | 11 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Passage
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 4468 - Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2023
The Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2023 (HR 4468) aims to enhance consumer choice and competition in the automobile retail market by addressing the regulatory framework governing vehicle sales and distribution. The bill seeks to amend existing laws to facilitate direct sales from manufacturers to consumers, thereby allowing for a more diverse range of purchasing options.
Key Provisions:
- The bill empowers automobile manufacturers to sell directly to consumers, bypassing traditional dealership models. This is intended to promote competition and potentially lower vehicle prices.
- It mandates that states cannot impose laws or regulations that restrict manufacturers from engaging in direct sales unless such laws are necessary to protect public health and safety.
- The legislation also requires manufacturers to provide transparency in pricing and financing options, ensuring consumers receive clear information regarding their purchases.
Funding and Authorities: While HR 4468 does not allocate specific funding, it grants the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) enhanced authority to oversee compliance with the new sales regulations and to enforce consumer protection measures.
Programs and Agencies Affected: The primary agency impacted by this bill is the FTC, which will be responsible for monitoring compliance and addressing consumer complaints related to direct sales practices. Additionally, state regulatory bodies may need to adjust their frameworks to align with federal standards.
Beneficiaries and Regulation: Consumers stand to benefit from increased options and potentially lower prices due to enhanced competition. Automobile manufacturers, particularly those seeking to expand their market presence, will gain new avenues for sales. Conversely, traditional dealerships may face regulatory challenges as the bill could diminish their role in the sales process.
Key Timelines: Following its introduction, HR 4468 has been received in the Senate, where it has been read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works for further consideration. The timeline for further action remains contingent on committee reviews and subsequent legislative processes.
Yea (221)
K
Kelly Armstrong
D
Dan Bishop
K
Ken Buck
L
Larry Bucshon
M
Michael Burgess
K
Ken Calvert
J
Jerry Carl
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
A
Anthony D'Esposito
J
John Duarte
J
Jeff Duncan
A
A. Ferguson
S
Scott Franklin
M
Matt Gaetz
M
Mike Gallagher
M
Mike Garcia
B
Bob Good
K
Kay Granger
G
Garret Graves
M
Mark Green
B
Bill Johnson
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
D
Debbie Lesko
B
Blaine Luetkemeyer
L
Lisa McClain
P
Patrick McHenry
M
Marcus Molinaro
A
Alexander Mooney
M
Mary Peltola
G
Greg Pence
B
Bill Posey
C
Cathy Rodgers
M
Matthew Rosendale
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
M
Michelle Steel
M
Michael Waltz
B
Brad Wenstrup
B
Brandon Williams
Nay (197)
C
Colin Allred
E
Earl Blumenauer
J
Jamaal Bowman
C
Cori Bush
Y
Yadira Caraveo
T
Tony Cárdenas
M
Matt Cartwright
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
A
Anna Eshoo
R
Ruben Gallego
J
John Garamendi
R
Raúl Grijalva
B
Brian Higgins
J
Jeff Jackson
S
Sheila Jackson Lee
D
Daniel Kildee
D
Derek Kilmer
A
Ann Kuster
B
Barbara Lee
K
Kathy Manning
L
Lucy McBath
G
Grace Napolitano
W
Wiley Nickel
B
Bill Pascrell
D
Donald Payne
J
John Sarbanes
A
Abigail Spanberger
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
D
David Trone
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
J
Jennifer Wexton
S
Susan Wild
Not Voting (15)
K
Kevin McCarthy
D
Dean Phillips
K
Katie Porter
C
C. Ruppersberger