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Business & PolicyPublished: August 21, 2026 3 min read

AGSC Issues Position Statement on NCOIL Model Glass Act as States Adopt Its Framework

The Auto Glass Safety Council supports core consumer-safety provisions of the NCOIL Motor Vehicle Glass Model Act while flagging specific areas of concern as the model spreads to more state legislatures.

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Business & Policy Editor

As the National Council of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL) Motor Vehicle Glass Model Act gains traction in state legislatures across the country, the Auto Glass Safety Council (AGSC) has issued a formal position statement clarifying where the trade group stands on the model legislation's provisions. The Council supports the consumer-safety elements of the NCOIL model while identifying specific provisions that it believes need additional attention or modification before being enacted into state law.

NCOIL, which develops model insurance-related legislation for consideration by state lawmakers, has produced a Motor Vehicle Glass Model Act that addresses topics including insurer practices, consumer disclosure in glass transactions, and standards for glass replacement services. The model has served as a starting point for legislators in multiple states who are seeking an established framework rather than drafting entirely new statutory language.

The AGSC position focuses its support on provisions that protect consumers and promote safety in glass repair and replacement. It flags areas where the Council believes the model legislation needs refinement, with the specific provisions detailed in the full statement on the AGSC website. The Council has also met with NCOIL officials to discuss its concerns directly.

The timing of the AGSC's position reflects the increasing number of state legislatures considering bills based in whole or in part on the NCOIL model. The statement gives AGSC member companies—and the broader glass repair industry—a clear reference point for understanding the trade association's stance when engaging with state lawmakers.

Glass shops and technicians who are active in their state's political and regulatory environment should review the AGSC position statement before participating in any testimony or comment process related to NCOIL-model bills. Understanding where a trade association agrees and disagrees with a model bill allows shop owners to provide informed, nuanced input that reflects both their business interests and their professional commitment to safety.

Key Takeaways

  • •The AGSC has published a formal position on the NCOIL Motor Vehicle Glass Model Act, supporting its consumer-safety provisions while identifying specific areas for improvement.
  • •The NCOIL model is being introduced or adopted by a growing number of state legislatures as a template for auto glass regulation.
  • •AGSC member companies seeking to engage in state legislative processes should consult the published position statement for guidance on the organization's stance.