Right to Repair Legislation Re-Introduced in Congress
Federal legislation will provide consumers rights to repair their vehicle while protecting a free and fair repair market.
TIA Urges Congressional Support with Right to Repair
This year, Tire Industry Association has supported the introduction of H.R. 6570, the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair Act, or the REPAIR Act, in the 117th Congress introduced in the House by Representative Bobby Rush (D-IL). This is the latest chapter in the Right to Repair fight with the vehicle manufacturers, to
USTMA Urging Congress For Sustainable Infrastructure
As the Biden administration begins implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) is urging congressional leadership to continue working on tire policy and related transportation sustainability initiatives. While the IIJA includes several provisions that would advance scrap tire markets and improve the resiliency of the nation’s infrastructure,
Congress Extends Paycheck Protection Program
Among many changes, the bill extends the covered period during which loan funds may be used for certain expenses through Dec. 31, 2020.
TIA Signs Onto Group Credit Sales Letter to Congress
TIA members request Congress pass a temporary legislative modification to account for the suddenly high volume of customer defaults on credit sales.
Manufacturers Ask Congress to Act in Response to COVID-19
“U.S. tire manufacturers are a critical part of the American economy,” said Anne Forristall Luke, USTMA president and CEO.
Congress Repeals ACA’s ‘Cadillac Tax’
The tax was set to take effect in 2022 and would have taxed some employer-sponsored plans.
Auto Care Association CEO Applauds Trump Administration, Congress on USMCA Deal
Bill Hanvey, president and CEO of the Auto Care Association, has released a statement applauding the updated version of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
House Lawmakers Introduce Bill That Requires Congress to Approve Tariffs
A new bill was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives that would require the U.S. Congress to approve imposing tariffs based on national security concerns.
Bipartisan Vocational Education Bill Passes Congress
The bill reauthorizes the “Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act” and allocates $1.2 billion in state grants to fund vocational training at most schooling levels.
