HB 1970 -- CIVIL ACTIONS AGAINST MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERS (Wasson) COMMITTEE OF ORIGIN: Special Committee on Professional Registration and Licensing This bill prohibits a person from initiating a civil action against any licensed motor vehicle dealer with whom he or she did not directly and personally negotiate or communicate during the retail sale or lease of a motor vehicle or other related merchandise. Nothing in the bill will prohibit a person from pursuing a claim against an automobile manufacturer or seller regarding product liability. FISCAL NOTE: No impact on state funds in FY 2009, FY 2010, and FY 2011.Copyright (c) Missouri House of Representatives