32879350B60508D587258280006F4F75 Hearing Summary

Representative Kraft-Tharp introduced Senate Bill 18-219.  The bill requires a motor vehicle manufacturer to compensate each of its motor vehicle dealers for work on warranty obligations in accordance with the current market rate for labor and the profit margins on parts. She distributed amendments L.022 and L.030 and an explanation of amendment L.030 [Attachments B through D].

Tim Jackson, Colorado Automobile Dealers Association, testified in support of the bill.

Michael Dommermuth, Colorado Automobile Dealers Association, testified in support of the bill. He discussed contracts between automobile manufacturers and dealers. He distributed a handout to the committee [Attachment E]

Jep Seman, Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, testified in opposition to the bill.

Scott Spendlove, Global Automakers, testified in opposition to the bill. Mr. Seman responded to questions from the committee regarding amendments to the bill.

Michael Dunlap, Schomp Automotive Group, testified in support of the bill.

David Leibowitz, Prestige Porsche/Audi and Mercedes Benz of Littleton, testified in support of the bill. Mr. Dunlap and Mr. Leibowitz responded to questions from the committee.

Randall Biles, Colorado Auto Dealers Association and RV dealerships, testified in support of the bill.

Mike Feeley, Colorado Auto Dealers Association, testified in support of the bill.

Representative Kraft Tharp gave concluding remarks regarding the bill.