(a) Inconsistent state law. A state law that is inconsistent with
the requirements of the act and this part is preempted to the extent
of the inconsistency. If a lessor cannot comply with a state law without
violating a provision of this part, the state law is inconsistent
within the meaning of section 186(a) of the act and is preempted,
unless the state law gives greater protection and benefit to the consumer.
A state, through an official having primary enforcement or interpretative
responsibilities for the state consumer leasing law, may apply to
the Board for a preemption determination.
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(b) Exemptions.
(1) Application. A state may apply to the Board for an exemption from the requirements
of the act and this part for any class of lease transactions within
the state. The Board will grant such an exemption if the Board determines
that—
(i) the class of leasing transactions
is subject to state-law requirements substantially similar to the
act and this part or that lessees are afforded greater protection
under state law; and
(ii) there is adequate provision for state enforcement.
(2) Enforcement and liability. After an exemption has been granted,
the requirements of the applicable state law (except for additional
requirements not imposed by federal law) will constitute the requirements
of the act and this part. No exemption will extend to the civil liability
provisions of sections 130, 131, and 185 of the act.
