SEMA-supported legislation (S.B. 742-745) introduced in Pennsylvania to reform the state’s Vehicle Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Program passed the Senate and currently awaits consideration in the House Transportation Committee.
If passed, these bills would replace the annual emissions testing requirement with a biennial requirement, exempt new vehicles from the I/M program for eight years after the manufacture date, exempt certain counties from testing requirements, and change testing criteria for model-year 1994-95 vehicles in the Pittsburgh and Philadelphia regions.
SEMA-supported legislation (S.B. 742-745) introduced in Pennsylvania to reform the state’s Vehicle Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Program passed the Senate and currently awaits consideration in the House Transportation Committee.
If passed, these bills would replace the annual emissions testing requirement with a biennial requirement, exempt new vehicles from the I/M program for eight years after the manufacture date, exempt certain counties from testing requirements, and change testing criteria for model-year 1994-95 vehicles in the Pittsburgh and Philadelphia regions.
Beginning July 15, 2019, motorists in the Canadian province of New Brunswick will no longer be required to display a front license plate on passenger vehicles and light trucks. Announced by Public Safety Minister Carl Urquhart, the change will remove the requirement to display two license plates on vehicles weighing less than 4,500 kilograms.
Antique vehicles are unaffected by the change and will continue to be issued a single, rear-mounted license plate.
Beginning July 15, 2019, motorists in the Canadian province of New Brunswick will no longer be required to display a front license plate on passenger vehicles and light trucks. Announced by Public Safety Minister Carl Urquhart, the change will remove the requirement to display two license plates on vehicles weighing less than 4,500 kilograms.
Antique vehicles are unaffected by the change and will continue to be issued a single, rear-mounted license plate.
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has issued a proposed rule to encourage companies, trade associations, colleges, unions and other entities to establish federally-recognized apprenticeship programs. The apprenticeships would be paid positions that provide trainees with on-the-job training and classroom education. The initiative is intended to expand the pool of available workers given the fact that the U.S. currently has many more job openings than skilled workers.
In 2017, President Trump issued an Executive Order directing the DOL to institute such a program. The DOL will attempt to reduce red tape and overly rigid requirements for administering apprenticeship programs. Millions of dollars in federal funds will also be available to help partner educational institutions with companies. The proposal is intended to encourage a market-based approach while operating within DOL standards for training, structure, and curricula.
For more information, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has issued a proposed rule to encourage companies, trade associations, colleges, unions and other entities to establish federally-recognized apprenticeship programs. The apprenticeships would be paid positions that provide trainees with on-the-job training and classroom education. The initiative is intended to expand the pool of available workers given the fact that the U.S. currently has many more job openings than skilled workers.
In 2017, President Trump issued an Executive Order directing the DOL to institute such a program. The DOL will attempt to reduce red tape and overly rigid requirements for administering apprenticeship programs. Millions of dollars in federal funds will also be available to help partner educational institutions with companies. The proposal is intended to encourage a market-based approach while operating within DOL standards for training, structure, and curricula.
For more information, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.
The U.S. Senate passed Senate Resolution 271 (S. Res. 271) at the request of SEMA recognizing July 12, 2019, as Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD). A similar resolution was also introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives (H. Res. 108). The date marks the 10th commemoration in what has become an annual event to celebrate and raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society.
The two resolutions were introduced by co-chairs of the SEMA-supported Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus. S. Res. 271 was sponsored by Senate Co-Chairs Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC) and Sen. Jon Tester (D-MT) while House Co-Chairs Rep. Bill Posey (R-FL) and Rep. Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA) sponsored H. Res. 108. These Congressional leaders are strong advocates for the automotive hobby in Washington, D.C. The Caucus is an informal, non-partisan member organization that pays tribute to America’s ever-growing love affair with the car and motorsports.
Check out the video PSA featuring TV personality Courtney Hansen. Please share it with your friends using the following link: https://youtu.be/GeYJE5A9LTs.
All automotive businesses and enthusiasts are encouraged to take part in this year’s CCAD celebration by planning or participating in events in their community. The SEMA Action Network (SAN) maintains the official event list to commemorate the day, which includes car shows, cruise-ins and parades nationwide. If you or someone you know is hosting a vehicle-related gathering in July, submit the details on the SAN website if you haven't done so already! Participating organizers will be awarded a copy of the Congressional resolution for display at their registered event.
CELEBRATE THE HOBBY YOUR WAY!
ATTEND an official vehicle-inspired event
HOST your own gathering or club meeting
Promote a “HOLIDAY SALE” at your business
INVITE partnerships with nearby enthusiast-related groups
DRIVE your special ride, new or old, whatever the destination
