1. (a) In addition to the requirements of Section 1956.032, a person attempting to sell a catalytic converter to a metal recycling entity shall provide to the metal recycling entity:

   1. (1) the year, make, model, and vehicle identification number for the vehicle from which the catalytic converter was removed; and
   2. (2) a copy of the certificate of title or other documentation indicating that the person has an ownership interest in the vehicle described by Subdivision (1).
2. (b) A metal recycling entity may not purchase a catalytic converter from a seller who does not comply with the requirements of Subsection (a).
3. (c) A metal recycling entity may not purchase a catalytic converter unless the entity determines that the catalytic converter is consistent with the manufacturer's specifications for a catalytic converter from the vehicle for which the seller provided information under Subsection (a)(1).
4. (d) A metal recycling entity shall mark, in the manner prescribed by the commission by rule, each catalytic converter purchased by the entity with a unique number.

5. (e) A metal recycling entity shall keep an accurate electronic record or an accurate and legible written record of each purchase of a catalytic converter made in the course of the entity's business. The record must be in English and include:

   1. (1) the information required by Section 1956.033;
   2. (2) the vehicle information provided under Subsection (a)(1);
   3. (3) a copy of the documentation described by Subsection (a)(2); and
   4. (4) the unique number marked on the catalytic converter under Subsection (d).

Added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1040 (H.B. 4110), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2021.