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Industry News

ASA asks Michigan lawmakers to pass SB 867

The regulatory bill would save small automotive repair businesses both money and time, says the ASA.
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South Dakota introduces bill supporting internal combustion engines
Industry News

South Dakota introduces bill supporting internal combustion engines

Jan. 30, 2024
The SEMA-supported legislation would prevent counties and cities in South Dakota from limiting access to ICE and related technology.
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Federeal 'right-to-repair' legislation receives overwhelming support
Legislation

Federal 'right-to-repair' legislation receives overwhelming support

The bill has reached a total of 28 supporters in Congress and bipartisan support continues to grow.
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Legislation

ASA calls on Texas legislature to oppose HB 3297

May 24, 2023
The bill would end Texas vehicle safety inspections and make roads less safe, according to the association.
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REPAIR act gains support, secures 8 more co-sponsors
Legislation

REPAIR Act gains support, secures 8 more co-sponsors

Eight more members of congress have signed on to co-sponsor the REPAIR Act, which will ensure choice, fairness, and safety in the vehicle repair industry.
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Industry News

Eight bipartisan co-sponsors sign on to support REPAIR Act

April 26, 2023
The move is applauded by the CAR Coalition, MEMA Aftermarket, Auto Care Association and SEMA.
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Texas Senate Transportation Committee puts an end to anti-car safety bill
Legislation

Texas Senate Transportation Committee puts an end to anti-car safety bill

The Texas Senate Transportation Committee rejected legislation that would have eliminated Texas’ vehicle safety inspection program.
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Service Repair

House Vehicle Data Access Caucus will be essential in addressing critical concerns for all stakeholders

Feb. 17, 2023
The issue of 'right to repair' and vehicle data access continue to gain prominence in the national conversation and the legislative agenda.
Bipartisan Right to Repair legislation re-introduced in Congress
Legislation

Right to Repair legislation reintroduced in Congress

'American vehicle owners have a right to control their data, and a right to access third-party repair shops, tools, and parts.'
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Legislation

New laws in California make catalytic converter theft harder

The laws will make it illegal to buy the anti-pollution devices without proof it has been purchased from the legal owner or a licensed dealer.
Right to Repair court case delayed once again
Legislation

Right to Repair court case delayed once again

Now delayed for the sixth time, the Massachusetts' Right to Repair court case awaits long-anticipated verdict.
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Legislation

Decision on Right to Repair lawsuit must be made

June 7, 2022
After almost one and half years since Massachusetts voters approved the Right to Repair Act, the Right to Repair committee has submitted a brief detailing the importance of a ...
Connecticut governor signs bill targeting catalytic converter theft
Legislation

Connecticut governor signs bill targeting catalytic converter theft

The new Connecticut law will make it harder to sell a catalytic converter to junk dealers.
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Legislation

Auto repair shops could play role in identifying hit-and-run drivers

A bill, backed by Sen. Anthony Williams, D-Philadelphia, calls for the creation of an alert system to notify auto repair shops to watch for vehicles involved in hit-and-run crashes...