By Washington, D.C., Staff
Legislation (A. 4906) has been introduced that would require a biennial safety inspection instead of an annual inspection for antique, classic and collector vehicles.
A. 4906 currently awaits consideration in the Assembly Transportation Committee.
For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website.
For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.
By Washington, D.C., Staff
Legislation (A. 4906) has been introduced that would require a biennial safety inspection instead of an annual inspection for antique, classic and collector vehicles.
A. 4906 currently awaits consideration in the Assembly Transportation Committee.
For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website.
For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.
By Washington, D.C., Staff
Legislation (H.B. 1993) has been introduced in the Washington House of Representatives as a companion bill to Senate legislation (S.B. 5417) to allow for the registration of “military surplus vehicles.”
A military surplus vehicle is defined as a vehicle that is not operated using continuous tracks, was originally manufactured and sold directly to the armed forces of the United States and is no longer owned by the armed forces.
H.B. 1993 currently awaits consideration in the House Transportation Committee.
For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website.
For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.
By Washington, D.C., Staff
Legislation (H.B. 1993) has been introduced in the Washington House of Representatives as a companion bill to Senate legislation (S.B. 5417) to allow for the registration of “military surplus vehicles.”
A military surplus vehicle is defined as a vehicle that is not operated using continuous tracks, was originally manufactured and sold directly to the armed forces of the United States and is no longer owned by the armed forces.
H.B. 1993 currently awaits consideration in the House Transportation Committee.
For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website.
For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.
By Washington, D.C., Staff
Legislation (H.B. 1623) has been introduced in the Illinois House of Representatives to require the issuance of only a single, rear-mounted license plate for all motor vehicles. A similar measure failed to pass during the 2018 legislative session.
Under current law vehicles must display both front and rear license plates. The bill awaits consideration by the House Transportation: Vehicle and Safety Committee.
For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website.
For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.
By Washington, D.C., Staff
Legislation (H.B. 1623) has been introduced in the Illinois House of Representatives to require the issuance of only a single, rear-mounted license plate for all motor vehicles. A similar measure failed to pass during the 2018 legislative session.
Under current law vehicles must display both front and rear license plates. The bill awaits consideration by the House Transportation: Vehicle and Safety Committee.
For more information, visit the SEMA Action Network website.
For details, contact Christian Robinson at stateleg@sema.org.
By SEMA Editors
 During the upcoming meeting at the Keystone BIG Show, SBN leadership will be present to discuss the network’s initiatives, volunteer opportunities and additional ways to get more involved. |
The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) is hosting an inaugural meetup at the Keystone BIG Show being held at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center. The event will be held March 8, from 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. (CST) in Grapevine, Texas.
All SBN members and those interested in learning about opportunities to support the advancement of women in the automotive industry are encouraged to attend. SBN leadership will be present to discuss the network’s initiatives, volunteer opportunities and additional ways to get more involved.
SBN Members who are not attending the Keystone BIG Show are welcome to attend the meetup and also attend the BIG Show’s opening night keynote speaker and reception. RSVPs are required for all SBN members that are non-Show attendees.
If you live in the greater Dallas Fort Worth area and are a SBN member or you’re a registered Keystone Big Show attendee, stop by and enjoy an evening of light refreshments with fellow SBN colleagues. We look forward to seeing you there!
For more information, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.
By SEMA Editors
| During the upcoming meeting at the Keystone BIG Show, SBN leadership will be present to discuss the network’s initiatives, volunteer opportunities and additional ways to get more involved. |
The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) is hosting an inaugural meetup at the Keystone BIG Show being held at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center. The event will be held March 8, from 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. (CST) in Grapevine, Texas.
All SBN members and those interested in learning about opportunities to support the advancement of women in the automotive industry are encouraged to attend. SBN leadership will be present to discuss the network’s initiatives, volunteer opportunities and additional ways to get more involved.
SBN Members who are not attending the Keystone BIG Show are welcome to attend the meetup and also attend the BIG Show’s opening night keynote speaker and reception. RSVPs are required for all SBN members that are non-Show attendees.
If you live in the greater Dallas Fort Worth area and are a SBN member or you’re a registered Keystone Big Show attendee, stop by and enjoy an evening of light refreshments with fellow SBN colleagues. We look forward to seeing you there!
For more information, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.
By Kristopher Porter
 Donnie Eatherly, Chris Thomson, and Ed Pink were inducted into the SEMA Hall of Fame in 2018. |
As a SEMA member, you have the chance to nominate an exceptional candidate for the 2019 SEMA Hall of Fame.
The SEMA Hall of Fame honors outstanding individuals in the automotive specialty-equipment industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments have significantly contributed to the industry's growth.
By nominating a candidate, you will participate in recognizing the contributions and achievements of people who have helped shape the automotive specialty-equipment industry.
When making your confidential nomination, please provide a brief statement that explains why the individual deserves this prestigious award. Feel free to mention previous accomplishments and notable industry contributions. This will help the Hall of Fame Committee choose the most deserving candidates.
Before you submit your nomination, take a moment to review the SEMA Hall of Fame website, and review the award criteria as well as prior inductees. Last year’s Hall of Fame inductees were Donnie Eatherly from P&E Distributors Inc., Ed Pink from Ed Pink Racing Engines, and Chris Thomson from TMG Performance Group.
Make Your Nomination for the 2019 SEMA Hall of Fame before the March 8 deadline.
To learn more, visit www.sema.org/hof or contact Lindsay Bianco at lindsayb@sema.org or 909-978-6692.
By Kristopher Porter
| Donnie Eatherly, Chris Thomson, and Ed Pink were inducted into the SEMA Hall of Fame in 2018. |
As a SEMA member, you have the chance to nominate an exceptional candidate for the 2019 SEMA Hall of Fame.
The SEMA Hall of Fame honors outstanding individuals in the automotive specialty-equipment industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments have significantly contributed to the industry's growth.
By nominating a candidate, you will participate in recognizing the contributions and achievements of people who have helped shape the automotive specialty-equipment industry.
When making your confidential nomination, please provide a brief statement that explains why the individual deserves this prestigious award. Feel free to mention previous accomplishments and notable industry contributions. This will help the Hall of Fame Committee choose the most deserving candidates.
Before you submit your nomination, take a moment to review the SEMA Hall of Fame website, and review the award criteria as well as prior inductees. Last year’s Hall of Fame inductees were Donnie Eatherly from P&E Distributors Inc., Ed Pink from Ed Pink Racing Engines, and Chris Thomson from TMG Performance Group.
Make Your Nomination for the 2019 SEMA Hall of Fame before the March 8 deadline.
To learn more, visit www.sema.org/hof or contact Lindsay Bianco at lindsayb@sema.org or 909-978-6692.