TITLE 75 SECRETARY OF STATE

Under IC 4-22-2-23, the Secretary of State intends to adopt a rule concerning the following:

OVERVIEW: Amends 75 IAC 5 concerning watercraft dealers. Amends references to the bureau of motor vehicles to now refer to the secretary of state. Corrects outdated statutory references and repeals redundant or outdated definitions. Changes references from "boat dealer" to "watercraft dealer". Adds definitions. Clarifies the general requirements for watercraft dealer licensure and renewal of a watercraft dealer license. Clarifies the formula used to determine watercraft dealer license plate and registration limits. Repeals unused license types. Repeals rules outlining BMV enforcement, licensure, and fee procedures and policies. Questions concerning the proposed rule may be addressed to the Small Business Regulatory Coordinator for this rule. Effective 30 days after filing with the Publisher. Statutory authority: IC 9-32-3-1.

For purposes of IC 4-22-2-28.1, the Small Business Regulatory Coordinator for this rule is:

Rachael Ehlich, Senior Counsel

Indiana Secretary of State – Auto Dealer Services Division

Indiana Government Center South

302 West Washington Street, Room E-111

Indianapolis, IN 46204

(317) 234-8058

raehlich@sos.in.gov

For purposes of IC 4-22-2-28.1, the Small Business Ombudsman designated by IC 4-4-35-8 is:

Robert Warner

Office of Small Business and Entrepreneurship

One North Capitol, Suite 600

Indianapolis, IN 46204

(317) 232-5679

ombudsman@osbe.in.gov

Resources available to regulated entities through the small business ombudsman include the ombudsman's duties stated in IC 4-4-35-8, specifically IC 4-4-35-8(9), investigating and attempting to resolve any matter regarding compliance by a small business with a law, rule, or policy administered by a state agency, either as a party to a proceeding or as a mediator.

DIN: 20160928-IR-075160434NIA

Composed: Apr 25,2024 4:34:36PM EDT

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