SEMA-opposed legislation to increase the age requirement for vehicles eligible for registration as “historic motor vehicles” died when the legislature adjourned for the year.

Compromise legislation to allow the issuance of only a single license plate to historic vehicles and street rods was approved by the House and Senate and sent to the governor for his signature and enactment into law.

The U.S. House of Representatives’ Commerce, Manufacturing & Trade Subcommittee passed legislation targeting “patent trolls” that defraud unsuspecting businesses by falsely asserting patent rights.

The U.S. Department of Interior’s decision not to place the bi-state sage grouse on the Endangered Species list is welcome news to off-road enthusiasts.

With news that Ford is planning to unveil a new Taurus at the upcoming Shanghai Auto Show, KGP Photography has fresh shots of a less-disguised prototype testing on I-94 in Detroit.

Details with ballots and links for the 2015 SEMA Board election will be sent to each member company’s designated primary contact beginning in May.

Are you hunting for a new job? The “Positions Available” section in the SEMA Member Classifieds lists more than 50 job openings around the country.

The Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) will host a general membership meeting at the SEMA Garage–Product Development Center in Diamond Bar, California, Wednesday, May 27, 2015.

Following are dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, webinars and activities.

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here).