The legislature has reconvened for the 2025 legislative session, with new bills being introduced. The deadline for submitting new legislative bills is February 21, 2025. This year, over 2,300 new bills are expected to be introduced. Additionally, the Governor will also release his state budget proposal later this week.   We also expect significant activity related to new regulations impacting the automotive repair industry. We will closely monitor these developments and provide timely as they unfold.   Below is an overview of some of the legislative and regulatory automotive repair issues we anticipate to address this year. Legislation    Electric Vehicle Batteries SB 615 – Electric Vehicle Batteries Last year’s SB 615 Electric Vehicle Batteries.  We are expecting the reintroduction of SB 615. The legislation, among other things, requires that all automotive ... read more

Calling All Automotive Technology Students! Application Now Open for ASCEF SCHOLARSHIPS! Deadline: March 31, 2025 Apply Today Applications are currently being accepted for the Automotive Service Councils Educational Foundation (ASCEF) 2025 scholarships! Each year, the ASCEF awards scholarships ranging from $500 - $1,000. These scholarships provide assistance to current under-graduates who are in the automotive service field.   Overall Qualifications: You must be planning to seek employment in the California after-market/independent repair industry and be a   California high school senior who plans to enroll in post high school technical and academic training or California college under-graduate in the automotive service field.   Applications must be submitted by March ... read more

LOCATION FOR FRIDAY & SATURDAY, MARCH 14-15: 📍Embassy Suites Sacramento Riverfront Promenade 100 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814   LOCATION FOR SUNDAY, MARCH 16: 📍Advocacy & Management Group Offices (RSVP Required for admittance to AMG Offices) One Capitol Mall, Suite 800 Sacramento, CA 95814 (Across the street from Embassy Suites)   This Event is also available via Zoom. RegisterView the Schedule Embassy Suites Sacramento Riverfront Promenade 100 Capitol Mall Sacramento, CA 95814 (951) 676-5656   All attendees must make their own room reservat ... read more

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