Advocacy group places billboards along I-44 corridor The CAR Coalition has purchased two billboards along Interstate 44 in Missouri to thank Senator Josh Hawley for supporting federal vehicle right-to-repair legislation. The billboards, located east and west of the I-44/Route 109 interchange in Eureka, recognize Hawley’s co-sponsorship of the REPAIR Act. In April, Hawley and Sen. […]
Auto Care Association Opens Registration for September 17-19 Legislative Summit
The Auto Care Association has opened registration for its Fall Leadership Days and Legislative Summit, scheduled for September 17-19 at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. The Legislative Summit, marking its third year at the same location as the Fall Leadership Days event, focuses on issues affecting the independent aftermarket industry. The […]
Vehicle Right-to-Repair Support Among Consumers Rises in New Poll
Support for federal legislation climbs to 83% from 75% in 2023 survey. Support for federal vehicle right-to-repair legislation has increased among Americans, with 83% backing the REPAIR Act compared to 75% in a 2023 poll, according to a new survey released by the CAR Coalition. The poll, conducted June 8-10 by The Tarrance Group among […]
Rhode Island House Bill That Changes Total Loss Threshold, Documented Procedure Compensation Becomes Law
Legislation raises threshold before a vehicle is declared a total loss and expands definition on documented procedures sources. A Rhode Island House Bill that raises the state’s total loss threshold and clarifies insurers’ obligations regarding OEM repair procedures became law July 5 without Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee’s signature. House Bill 6053 (HB 6053), that […]
President Trump Signs Congressional Resolutions Revoking California Emissions Waivers
On Thursday, President Trump signed into law three Congressional resolutions that revoke waivers granted in the waning days of the Biden Administration the enabled California’s ability to set more stringent vehicle emissions rules than the Federal Government. Vehicle manufacturers, dealers and automotive aftermarket groups had complained that the waivers created a forced transition to electric […]
AASP/NJ Backs Recently Introduced Right to Appraisal Bill
Association had previously held educational session for its members on benefits of third-party appraisals to settle collision repair cost disputes. The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) announced its support of proposed legislation in the Garden State that would require all automobile insurers to include a provision in their policy allowing for a […]
Appraisal Clause Bill Introduced in New Jersey
Proposed mandatory appraisal provisions part of growing national trend. New Jersey has joined a growing national movement to strengthen policyholder rights in auto insurance disputes with the introduction of Senate Bill 4534 (SB 4534), which would require all automobile insurers operating in the state to include appraisal provisions in their policies when disputes occur over […]
Oklahoma Storage and Total Loss Administrative Charge Price Control Bill Becomes Law
Legislation opposed by repair industry establishes standardized storage rates and administrative charge limits for collision repair shops. Oklahoma has enacted Senate Bill 641, officially known as the “Oklahoma Motor Vehicle Consumer Protection Act.” The bill, which became law on May 27 without Governor Kevin Stitt’s signature, introduces changes to how auto body repair shops can […]
Congressional Committee Approves Tax Code Changes Benefiting Auto Repair Facilities
The House Ways and Means Committee has passed legislation that would rewrite the federal tax code that the Automotive Service Association (ASA) says includes several provisions aimed at strengthening small businesses, including independent auto repair shops. ASA has urged, along with coalition partners, members of Congress to support many of the provisions that were included […]
SkillsUSA Announces First Congressional Legislative Priorities to Expand Access to Career and Technical Education
SkillsUSA has released its first legislative priorities for the U.S. Congress, focusing on expanding access to career and technical education (CTE) and strengthening America’s skilled workforce. The organization’s priorities encompass five main areas: increasing CTE infrastructure investment, protecting CTE’s role in public education, improving postsecondary access, strengthening workforce development connections, and expanding the CTE instructor […]
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