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Consumer Choice: Right to Refuse Electric Vehicle Rental Without Penalty.

This Act requires that rental car companies cannot force customers to rent an electric vehicle (EV) unless the customer explicitly chooses one. If only EVs are available upon pickup and the customer did not opt-in, they can terminate the agreement without incurring any fees or penalties. This protects consumer choice regarding vehicle type during the rental process.
Key points
Rental companies must obtain explicit customer consent ("opt-in") before providing an electric vehicle.
If a customer did not opt-in, and only EVs are available at pickup, the customer must be allowed to terminate the agreement fee-free.
Rental companies must notify customers no later than 12 hours in advance if they anticipate only having EVs available, provided the reservation was made earlier than 24 hours before pickup.
Violations can lead to civil lawsuits by harmed individuals seeking damages and legal costs.
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Print number: 118_S_3865
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2024-03-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RENT Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3865.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Rental companies must obtain explicit customer consent ("opt-in") before providing an electric vehicle.
  • If a customer did not opt-in, and only EVs are available at pickup, the customer must be allowed to terminate the agreement fee-free.
  • Rental companies must notify customers no later than 12 hours in advance if they anticipate only having EVs available, provided the reservation was made earlier than 24 hours before pickup.
  • Violations can lead to civil lawsuits by harmed individuals seeking damages and legal costs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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