Government Affairs

Legislation has a huge and growing affect on the automotive specialty-equipment market. The outcome of these legislative initiatives frequently impacts the way products are made, distributed and marketed. SEMA has a proven legislative and regulatory program led by a professional staff based in Washington, D.C. that continually works on behalf of the membership. The program includes a number of components that together have resulted in a long list of successes of significant benefit to the industry.

News

Design Patent Bill Introduced in U.S. Congress for Auto Replacement Parts
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Feb 16 2012
Virginia Bill to Benefit Vehicle Restoration Projects Approved By House of Delegates
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Feb 16 2012
West Virginia Resolution Urges EPA to Revoke E15 Program
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Feb 16 2012
Utah Bill to Provide One-Time Registration Fee for Vintage Travel Trailers Moves to Senate
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Feb 16 2012
Iowa Introduces Bill to Protect Hobbyists From Unfair Exhaust Noise Citations
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Feb 16 2012

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State & Federal Leg / Reg

STATE LEGISLATION / REGULATIONS

FEDERAL LEGISLATION / REGULATIONS

Political Action Committee

Black Book Table of Contents

Intellectual Property Rights Guide

The information contained herrein is current as of August 2008; however, please be advised that the law is subject to change.

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Off-Road Equipment & Land Use Policies

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Guide to Land Use Policies & Off-Road Equipment

Federal Regulation of Aftermarket Parts

OVERVIEW

The materials below describe how motor vehicle parts are regulated by the federal government. It is generally presented in a question/answer format, with links to resources for more information.

Disclaimer: The information presented here is current at the time of posting and will be updated periodically as warranted, however, manufacturers should always consult the latest published regulations for any recent changes.

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