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FOCUS THIS WEEK: Foreign Vehicle Specialists: Growing Power Players
China Sets Date for Amended Chemical Registration, Reporting Regulations
EU Chemicals Agency Seeks Improved REACH Dossiers from Manufacturers
Obama Asks Congress to Pass Administration Health Care Bill in Coming Weeks
California Ballot Initiative Launched to Slow Implementation of State Greenhouse Gas Regulation
West Virginia and Virginia Legislators Seek Two-Year Delay in EPA Greenhouse Gas Regulation
NHTSA May Mandate Brake Override on New Vehicles
Legislation to Reduce Copper Content in Brakes Moving in Washington State
UPS and Commerce Announce Partnership to Increase Small-Business Exports
Congress May Consider Vehicle Safety Legislation in Light of Toyota Recall
House Repeals Health Insurance Company Anti-Trust Exemption
Wal-Mart to Begin Collaboration with Suppliers to Cut Greenhouse Gases
Cummins Agrees to $2.1 Million Settlement in Clean Air Act Violation
CARB Pushes for Smog Check Changes, Alleging Fraud in Current System
OMB Seeks Public Input on Coordinated Intellectual Property Enforcement Strategy
ACTION ALERT: AFL-CIO Attempts a Roadblock of Massachusetts Right to Repair Bill
FOCUS THIS WEEK: How Detroit's Troubles Will Affect The Aftermarket
New Information Published on Access to Data on REACH Registrations
Administration Proposes Health Care Reform Legislation in Lead-Up to Summit
CARB Issues Proposed Vehicle Emission Control Scheme
SBA Transitions Loan Programs Away From Stimulus Subsidies
Inspector General Report Cites Concerns with EPA TSCA Implementation
California Seeks Comments to Aid in Determination of Bisphenol A Toxicity
More Lawsuits Filed to Dispute EPA Endangerment Finding on Greenhouse Gas Emissions
FOCUS THIS WEEK: Independent Service Market Set For Big 2010 Gain
Business Groups Press Congress on Miscellaneous Tariff Bill
EPA Developing Energy Consumption Labels for Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
OSHA Proposes to Require Recordkeeping of Workplace Ergonomic Injuries
Jobs Bill New Top Priority Following State of the Union
ITC Releases Report on Small- and Medium-Sized Business Exports
Japan Relents to U.S. Pressure on Cash for Clunkers Program
WTO to Seat Resolution Panel in Tire Dispute
CPSC Issues Final Rule on Mandatory Recall Notices
EPA Issues Policy Limiting Use of CBI on Toxic Chemicals Posing Substantial Risks
Business Coalition Critical of Big Labor Health Care Reform Exemption
Senators Attempt to Block EPA Regulation of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
ITC Seeks Comments on Impact of Duty Free Imports from Pacific Countries
Resale Price Maintenance Bill Passes Key House Committee
New Jersey Senate Fails to Act on Right to Repair
Big Labor Granted Reprieve from Cadillac Tax in Latest Health Care Agreement
Industry and Environmental Groups Call for Additional Federal Funding for Diesel Truck Retrofits
Senators Request Small Business Assistant USTR
DOE Gives $187 Million to Improve Large Vehicle Fuel Efficiency
California Committee Blocks Effort to Halt Climate Change Regulation
FOCUS THIS WEEK: Soaring Foreign Car Sales Shape Aftermarket's Future
China Requests WTO Panel to Resolve Tire Tariff
Legislator Calls on Japan to Open up Cash for Clunkers Program to American-Made Cars
Senator Wants Accounting of Funds Spent Implementing Cash for Clunkers Program
Congressional Leaders Look to Exclude Republicans from Health Care Reform Discussions
OSHA Announces Hearings on Proposed Revisions to Hazard Communication Standard
EPA Extends Comment Period on Proposed Approval of New A/C Refrigerant
More Stringent Ozone Standard Proposal Released by EPA
Senate Committee Approves Two Small Business Bills
Senate Health Care Bill in Home Stretch
U.S. Automakers Protest Exclusion from Japanese Cash for Clunkers Program
New Year to Kick Off with No Estate Tax
Draft Report Finds REACH Being Enforced Differently in Each Country
NHTSA Administrator Nomination Approved
EC Moves to Require Chemical Safety Sheets Meet Globally Harmonized Classification and Labeling Standards
Support for Right to Repair Reaches 51 in House of Representatives
Canada Releases Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Motor Vehicles
Congress Passes Legislation Aimed at Restoring Terminated New Car Dealers
Administration Extends TARP for Nine Months
Health Care on Hold Pending CBO Score, New Concerns Arise
House Passes Estate Tax Permanency
Senate Bill Introduced to Extend Small Business Expensing Provision
Trade Reform Legislation Introduced in Senate
Senate Enters Second Week of Health Care Reform Debate
State Regulators Unveil Principles for TSCA Reform
California Calls for Backstop on Car Companies Use of Fuel Economy Credits
House Committee Hears Testimony on TSCA Reauthorization
Automotive Trade Barriers Continue to Stall Progress on Korean Free Trade Agreement Legislation
Estate Tax May Receive Consideration in House
Senate Health Bill Clears First Hurdle
Miles Driven Up Again in September
Northeast States Move Toward Adoption of Waterborne Paint Requirements
Wal-Mart Hopes to Lead the Way on Sustainability
Business, Consumer Groups Chime in on CPSC Civil Penalties
NHTSA Further Extends Automotive Lighting Rule Effective Date
International Negotiators Fail to Reach Agreement on Controlling HFC Use
China to Look into U.S. Auto Subsidies, Imports
Japanese Proposing to Make Hybrids Noisier
Timeline for Health Care Reform Slipping in Senate
NHTSA Issues Clarifications on Heavy Duty Truck Braking Rule
CPSC Hears from Industry Leaders, Consumer Advocates on Online Safety Database
Obama Administration to Hold Small Business Lending Forum This Week
House Narrowly Passes Health Care Reform, Battle Heads to Senate
Key Committee Passes Climate Change Bill
Next 12 Months Crucial for REACH Implementation
Safety Group Petitions NHTSA for Stricter Power Window Safety Standards
NHTSA Asked to Revise Test Pressure on Temporary Tires
Draft Report Examines How Retailers Manage Toxic Chemicals
House Passes SBA Financing Legislation
Right to Repair Support Grows in Congress
Senate Climate Change Bill Gaining Momentum
U.S. Officials to Discuss Trade Issues in China
Senate Passes E-Verify Extension in Appropriations Bill, Obama Expected to Sign into Law
Differing Estate Tax Approaches Being Considered House
CPSC Announces Public Hearing on New Product Safety Database
Obama Announces Small Business Lending Initiative
Health Care Talks, Hearings Continue, JCT Issues Cadillac Plan Tax Analysis
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Unveils Campaign Promoting Free Enterprise
EPA Requests Comments on Revised Risk Analysis of Solvent-Contaminated Wipes
EPA Reports to Congress on Effects of Diesel Engine Retrofit Program
EPA Proposes to Approve New Refrigerant for Vehicle Air Conditioners
AAPAC Announces Winners for 2009 Committee Challenge
Massachusetts Committee Hears Testimony on Right to Repair Bill
Baucus Health Care Reform Bill Introduced, Markup Scheduled
AAIA Honors Major AAPAC Contributors
EPA Considering New Use Conditions on Use of Carbon Dioxide as a Refrigerant in Motor Vehicles
House Passes Bill to Increase Vehicle Technology Research Funding by 50 Percent
Status of Compromise on EFCA Unclear
Administration Unveils First of its Kind Vehicle Fuel Economy and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Proposal
China Threatens Retaliation Over U.S. Imposed Tire Duty
Congressional Support for Right to Repair Reaches 40
U.S. and China Announce Product Safety Summit
NHTSA Denies Petition to Harmonize Lighting Standards
Bloom Selected to Coordinate Administration Manufacturing Initiatives
U.S. Chamber and NADA File Lawsuit on California Greenhouse Gas Regulation
Unions Pushing "Compromise" Card Check Bill
Register for the AIA Product and Marketing Awards Program at AAPEX by Sept. 14 and Get Free Pre-Show Publicity
Government Touts Success of Cash for Clunkers Program
Government Releases Report Analyzing Effectiveness of ABS
EPA to Evaluate Health Effects of ETBE
EPA Initiates Rulemaking to Ban Lead in Wheel Weights
New GM Absolves Itself of Responsibility for Mercury Switch Removal
DHS Proposes to Rescind No-Match Rule
Waxman Calls for Senate to Tackle Climate Change Upon Return
Cash for Clunkers Crosses Finish Line, Long-Term Effects Remain Uncertain
California Proposes Drinking Water Limit on Hexavalent Chromium
Miles Driven Increases Again for June, May's Figures Revised Downward
EU Releases Final List of Chemicals Evaluated Under Pre-REACH Regime
Bill Introduced to Grant Consumers More Recourse Against Foreign Manufacturers
Bingaman Bill Would Provide Rebate to Purchasers of Fuel-Efficient Vehicles
North American Leaders Convene in Mexico
Automotive Lubricant Added to Banned List by Canadian EPA
Death Tax Repeal Bill Introduced
Business Group Leaders Ask Obama for Movement on Trade
CARB Proposes Repeal of Aftermarket Opposed Extended Warranty Rule
Cash for Clunkers Receives New Lifeline
Support for House Right to Repair Bill Grows
House Rushes More Money to Ensure Funding of Cash for Clunkers Program
House Committee Passes Health Care Legislation, Senate Still Slow Going
North Carolina Defeats Proposal to End Inspection Program
Lawmakers Shift Strategy on Card Check
FTC Again Extends Deadline for Red Flag Enforcement
Court Rejects Suit Against Wal-Mart by Foreign Workers
AAPAC All-Star Challenge Winner Announced
The European Commission Releases Plans to Ensure Competition in Vehicle Aftermarket
U.S., China Agree Upon Deadline for Dispute Resolution Agreement
Study Projects California Greenhouse Gas Rules to Inflict Heavy Burden on Small Businesses
Wal-Mart Begins Process of Collecting Environmental Impact Product Data from Suppliers
Miles Driven Up from Last Year for Second Straight Month
Automotive, Equipment Manufacturers Chime in Against Increased Ethanol in Gasoline
Tire Coalition Seeks Meeting with USTR
Congress Continues to Examine GM and Chrysler Termination of New Car Dealers
NHTSA Issues New Braking Rules for Heavy Duty Truck Tractors
National Independent Automobile Dealers Association Declares its Support of Right to Repair
Study Finds States Seeking New Comprehensive Approach to Regulating Chemicals in Consumer Products
EPA Seeks Comment on Banning Lead Wheel Balancing Weights
Canada Passes New Rules Requiring Use of Waterborne Automotive Finishing Products
Seeking Ways to Pay for Health Care Reform, House Democrats Turn to New Taxes
AAIA Members Weigh in on Health Care Reform
House Votes to Reinstate GM, Chrysler Dealerships
EPA Grants California Waiver for Motor Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Regulations
Deadline Extended for Fenway Ticket Raffle
Senate Consideration of Climate Change Legislation Delayed
State AG’s and Consumers Gain Partial Victory in GM Bankruptcy Proceedings
GM, Chrysler, Dealers Head to Hill to Address Dealership Closings
Health Care Consideration Continues, Efforts May Be Delayed
USITC Announces Remedy Proposals in its China Safeguard Investigation
Support for Right to Repair Reaches 30
House Passes Landmark Greenhouse Gas Bill
Cash for Clunkers Bill Approved by Congress
USITC Announces Determination In China Safeguard Investigation Concerning Certain Passenger Vehicle And Light Truck Tires
Bill to Ensure Availability of Competitive Replacement Crash Parts Introduced in Congress
President Announces Task Force to Help Communities Impacted by Loss of Automotive-Related Jobs
State Attorney Generals Object to Elimination Defect Liability Provisions in Car Company Bankruptcy Filing
EPA Expands List of VOCs Contolled for Spray Paint Emissions Rule
Thumbs Up from Consumer Reports Is More Good News for Right to Repair
Bill Introduced Offering Financial Assistance for Auto Parts Makers
Vehicle Miles Traveled Increases for the First Time in Over a Year
New Government Report Finds Impact of Global Warming Worse Than Expected
Senate Health Care Reform Consideration Under Way, Draft Legislation Introduced in House
USTR Looks to Incorporate IP Protections in Trade Policy
SBA Loans on the Rise
Senate Confirms Tenenbaum as CPSC Chair
House Passes Cash for Clunkers Bill
Right to Repair Continues to Garner Congressional Support
Auto International Association Launches New Open-Book Online Certification Testing
Lender Panel Suggests Increasing Loans Available for Small Business
Kids Safe Bill to Require Manufacturers to Submit Chemical Data to be Introduced
Relief for Closing Dealerships Seen as Long Shot
House Subcommittee Examines Green Marketing Claims
Union Seeks Chinese Tire Quote, U.S. Tire Companies Disagree
Position Paper Suggest Changes to REACH
California to Consider New Vehicle Glazing Standard
Obama Reiterates Health Care Timeline, Small Business Discuss Concerns
New Legislation Aims to Halt the Rise in Credit Card Interchange Fees
Chrysler, GM, Dealers Square Off in Senate
Catch a Red Sox Game on AAPAC
AAIA Partners with China's Ministry of Commerce Mission - AASA Joins as Sponsor
Right to Repair Sponsor List Continues to Grow
Legislation to be Offered Easing Path to Sue Foreign Manufacturers
China Looks to Increase IPR Cooperation, Enforcement
Subcommittee Reviews NHTSA Vehicle Safety Progress
Kennedy Ready to Unveil Health Care Reform Proposal
New Stringent Federal Fuel Economy Standards Proposed
Talks Continue in Health Care Reform, Passage Sought by August
Right to Repair Continues to Gain Support
EPA Announces New Environmental Protection Web Site for Retailers
Estate Tax Change Could Be Used to Finance Health Care, Hurt Small Business
Small Auto Parts Suppliers Call for Government Assistance
Obama's NHTSA Pick Withdraws Name From Consideration
Critical Compromises Reached on House Greenhouse Gas Bill
Canadian Parliament Advances Right to Repair Legislation
Senators Want Bipartisan Health Care Reform, Lay Out Key Principles
Obama Appoints Tenenbaum as CPSC Chair, Adds New Post and Increases Funding
EU Chemicals Agency to Coordinate REACH Enforcement with Member States
EPA Issues Renewable Fuels Proposal Requiring Reductions in Greenhouse Gases
Card Check Supporters Begin to Look Toward Compromise
Congressional Support for Right to Repair Grows in First Week
Obama Administration Reviewing Colombian and Panamanian Free Trade Agreements
USW Seeks Relief from Chinese Tire Imports
US Judge Says She will Block Portions of Clean Truck Program for California Ports
CPSC Plans May 1 Vote to Approve Stay of Lead Enforcement for Youth Vehicles
Dept. of Transportation Announces Child Safety Seat Program
New Car Dealers Get Help from Feds
Dodd Calls on Administration to Play Early Role in Health Care Overhaul
Right to Repair Act Introduced into 111th Congress
Report Finds Combining Proposals Would Expand Health Care Coverage to All
Gore Urges Climate Bill Passage This Year
Obama Reinstates More Stringent Toxic Reporting Requirements
California Adopts Low Carbon Fuel Standard
USTR Releases Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Pact Negotiations Summary
Administration “Cash for Clunkers” Proposal Bad for Consumers and Environment
Vehicle Repairs Cost an Average 34% More at New Car Dealerships Than Independent Repair Shops
AAIA Partners With Supply Chain Council
AAIA Releases Strategic Assessment of China’s Light Passenger Vehicle Aftermarket
Legislation Introduced to Reward Drivers for Scrapping Fuel-Guzzling Vehicles
Exporters of Chemicals to EU Advise to REACH Compliance Documentation
U.S., EU, Canada Reach Compliance Date Agreement with China in WTO Auto Parts Ruling
Europe Pledges to Save Jobs in Auto Industry; Warns Against Protectionism
Registration Open for the 2008 AIA Industry Awards Program at AAPEX, Sept. 15 Registration Special Available
Industry Leader and Automotive Import Aftermarket Pioneer Randy St. John Passes
AAIA Partners With China Ministry of Commerce
U.S. Pavilions at Automechanika 2008 Offer Great Exhibitor Value
Jim Ryan Joins Multi Parts Supply USA INC.
China Calls for U.S. Moves to Support Weak Dollar
U.S. Takes Part in Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement Meeting