HB 4790

Abstract

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that no used vehicle dealer license may be issued to any franchised motor vehicle dealer or any independent motor vehicle dealer owned by a franchised motor vehicle dealer or its dealer-operator and operated by the dealer-operator of a franchised motor vehicle dealer, unless the dealer-operator holds a valid certificate of qualification issued by the Secretary of State. Sets forth requirements for certification. Provides that certain dealers may obtain a license without examination. Provides that no license may be issued to any independent motor vehicle dealer unless the dealer-operator holds a valid certificate of qualification issued by the Secretary of State. Sets forth requirements for certification. Provides that the Secretary of State may establish minimum qualifications for applicants and, on and after January 1, 2007, shall require applicants for an original independent dealer-operator license to complete a course curriculum and to pay set course fees. Provides that the Secretary of State may approve qualified persons to prepare and present the courses and to administer the examination.