Legislation giving local auto dealers greater flexibility in business dealings with auto manufacturers was signed into law Tuesday. Law prohibits automakers from requiring dealer facilities be improved more than once in 15 years.

Senate Bill 126, or the Auto Dealers Bill of Rights, had overwhelming support in both the House and Senate. The bill changes business practices between manufacturers and their dealers, giving local auto and construction and farm equipment dealers more flexibility to run their franchises. All other states have similar laws.