Towing Vehicle Recovery Bill Introduced in County Council

Councilmember Kate Stewart introduced Expedited Bill 14-26, the Vehicle Recovery Act, on March 3, 2026. The bill would require towing companies to accept alternative documentation establishing ownership or lawful possession of an impounded vehicle, and would allow authorized individuals such as family or household members to recover a vehicle when the owner is unavailable. The legislation also establishes indemnification requirements and enforcement mechanisms for misconduct related to vehicle release.