According to a new report from the Associated Press (AP) a referendum campaign in Maine similar to the 2020 Massachusetts Right to Repair law has cleared a major hurdle.
AP reports that the “Automotive Right to Repair” proposal in Maine received 7,000 more signatures than needed. The proposal now moves to the state legislature for consideration.
To read the AP report, click here.
MEMA and the Auto Care Association issued a call to action urging industry support.
Yesterday, federal Right to Repair legislation was reintroduced in the House. U.S. Representatives Neal Dunn (R-FL-02), Brendan Boyle (D-PA-02), Warren Davidson (R-OH-08), and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA-03) introduced the “Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act” in the House of Representatives today, as the result of the advocacy efforts of MEMA Aftermarket, The Auto Care Association, CAR Coalition, SEMA – and a wave of industry support. The bill was re-introduced to ensure affordability, accessibility, and a strong supply chain by safeguarding a free and competitive repair market for the nation’s 292 million registered passenger vehicles and millions of commercial vehicles.
The White House reaffirmed the President’s support for consumers’ right to repair products how and where they choose.
The bill will offer eligible Californians a rebate of up to $2,000 to convert their gas-powered vehicle into a ZEV.
Lisa Foshee, Auto Care Association SVP, Government Affairs and General Counsel, shares her thoughts on the matter.
Despite strong support, the 2021-’22 Congressional session is ending without passage of the RPM Act.
Automotive atermarket releases best practice guidelines for legislators.
Automotive aftermarket releases best practice guidelines for legislators.
The legislation will ensure the preservation of consumer choice, a fair marketplace, and the continued safe operation of the nation’s 292 million registered passenger and commercial motor vehicles.
For our January cover story, distribution industry leaders reflect on accomplishments from 2022 and what’s ahead for 2023.
