Posted on 3/12/2024

Below is the legislative and regulatory update summary.   We will continue to review, monitor and report. Legislation   Vehicle Batteries        SB 615 –Electric Batteries – Concerns. Requires an automotive repair dealer that removes a battery from a vehicle that is still in service to participate in a core exchange program established by the battery supplier and be responsible for either returning a removed battery to the battery supplier or sending it to a qualified facility.  Status: Assembly Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee. Employment                AB 518 - Paid Family leave – Concerns. Expands the definition of “family member” for purposes of the Paid Family Leave Program to allow workers to take time off to care for a seriously ill designated person. Status: Senate Ina ... read more