Vehicle Key Access Legislation Fails to Pass California Senate Assembly
ASA encourages repairers to opt for SDRM sign-up.
N.Y. Senate Approves Tire Repair Legislation
New York’s Senate Transportation Committee approved legislation that would require automotive repair shops to properly repair tires.
AASA, Coalition Urge Congress to Support Legislation to Slow New Boiler Rules
In 2010, AASA filed comments, available here, on the original proposed rule. It was scaled back, but remains controversial due the $14 billion in compliance costs it could create for impacted industries, according to AASA.
House Approves Legislation Eliminating EPA’s Authority to Regulate Greenhouse Emissions
Nineteen Democrats joined the Republican caucus in voting for H.R. 910, which would block Jan. 2 EPA rules that regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants and other stationary sources under the Clean Air Act’s prevention of significant deterioration program.
Oregon House Committee Holds Hearing on Right to Repair Legislation
The Right to Repair Act (HB 3243) was introduced into the Oregon legislature earlier this month.
Congress Passes Legislation to Require Noise Levels from Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
The bill was unanimously passed by the Senate on Dec. 9 and therefore is now cleared for the president’s signature.
Obama Down on Prospects for Passage of ‘Card Check’ Legislation
The legislation, a high priority of the administration, would amend the national Labor Relations Act, removing the requirement for a private ballot election and instead, permit a shop to be unionized by having employees sign authorization cards, a process known as “card check.”
AASA Praises California Copper Legislation Bill
“The final outcome represents a balanced approach between the environmental concerns, industry feasibility and above all, motorist safety,” said Steve Handschuh, AASA president and COO. “We are pleased with the outcome of this bill and believe all parties worked together to achieve a solution that meets the needs of our industry, the watershed community and the motoring public.”
AASA Working in Ohio to Oppose OEM Parts Legislation
March 22 letter to bill’s sponsor expresses concerns about the measure’s impact on the independent aftermarket.
Legislation Designating April as Car Care Month Introduced in California
Specifically, the concurrent resolution states that, “The legislature recognizes the considerable contribution of the automotive aftermarket to the state’s economy, transportation system and environmental stewardship, while also providing robust consumer choices for the transportation needs of all Californians.”