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Hospitality and Commerce Job Recovery Act of 2021
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry. Advocated for co-sponsorship and support of the Hospitality Commerce Jobs Act (H.R. 1346 /S. 477).
Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
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AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION via AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
2022 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Supported funding for vocational education to ensure the supply of properly trained vehicle repair technicians.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996 and S 3580.
Source: Senate LDA
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996 and S 3580.
Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996 and S 3580.
Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996 and S 3580.
Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996 and S 3580.
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Provided views on need for independent repair industry to have access to vehicle software including our views regarding the Agricultural Right to Repair Act (S3549) and Freedom to Repair Act (HR6566) but did not take position.
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Provided views on need for independent repair industry to have access to vehicle software including our views regarding the Agricultural Right to Repair Act (S3549) and Freedom to Repair Act (HR6566) but did not take position.
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Provided views on need for independent repair industry to have access to vehicle software including our views regarding the Agricultural Right to Repair Act (S3549) and Freedom to Repair Act (HR6566) but did not take position.
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Provided views on Agricultural Right to Repair Act (S3549) and Freedom to Repair Act (HR6566) but did not take position.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems. Supported passage of the REPAIR Act (HR 6570) which would ensure independent repair shops have access to in-vehicle data, diagnostic tools and software necessary to repair late model vehicles..
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems. Supported passage of the REPAIR Act (HR 6570) which would ensure independent repair shops have access to in-vehicle data, diagnostic tools and software necessary to repair late model vehicles..
Supported the REPAIR Act (HR 6570) which would ensure that independent repair shops have access to data, tools and software to repair late model vehicles.
Supported the REPAIR Act (HR 6570) which would ensure that independent repair shops have access to data, tools and software to repair late model vehicles.
Supported the REPAIR Act (HR 6570) which would ensure that independent repair shops have access to data, tools and software to repair late model vehicles.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
A bill to authorize the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs, and for other purposes.
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
A bill to authorize the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs, and for other purposes.
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
A bill to authorize the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs, and for other purposes.
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
A bill to authorize the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs, and for other purposes.
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Provided views on need for independent repair industry to have access to vehicle software including our views regarding the Agricultural Right to Repair Act (S3549) and Freedom to Repair Act (HR6566) but did not take position.
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Provided views on need for independent repair industry to have access to vehicle software including our views regarding the Agricultural Right to Repair Act (S3549) and Freedom to Repair Act (HR6566) but did not take position.
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Provided views on need for independent repair industry to have access to vehicle software including our views regarding the Agricultural Right to Repair Act (S3549) and Freedom to Repair Act (HR6566) but did not take position.
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Provided views on Agricultural Right to Repair Act (S3549) and Freedom to Repair Act (HR6566) but did not take position.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996 and S 3580.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996 and S 3580.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996 and S 3580.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996 and S 3580.
Hospitality and Commerce Job Recovery Act of 2021
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry. Advocated for co-sponsorship and support of the Hospitality Commerce Jobs Act (H.R. 1346 /S. 477).
Connecting America’s Active Transportation System Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Connecting America’s Active Transportation System Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Connecting America’s Active Transportation System Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Connecting America’s Active Transportation System Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Employee Flexibility Act of 2019
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Employee Flexibility Act of 2019
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Employee Flexibility Act of 2019
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Employee Flexibility Act of 2019
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Hospitality and Commerce Job Recovery Act of 2021
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry. Advocated for co-sponsorship and support of the Hospitality Commerce Jobs Act (H.R. 1346 /S. 477).
Hospitality and Commerce Job Recovery Act of 2021
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry. Advocated for co-sponsorship and support of the Hospitality Commerce Jobs Act (H.R. 1346 /S. 477).
Hospitality and Commerce Job Recovery Act of 2021
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry. Advocated for co-sponsorship and support of the Hospitality Commerce Jobs Act (H.R. 1346 /S. 477).
Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996.
Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021
Client: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION · Firm: AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996.
Supported the REPAIR Act (HR 6570) which would ensure that independent repair shops have access to data, tools and software to repair late model vehicles.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations. Commented on EPA proposed regulations implementing the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation. Discussed COVID-19 related legislation, particularly as it concerned resources for small businesses and the Paycheck Protection Program
Advocated FTC to increase enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Provided views on need for independent repair industry to have access to vehicle software including our views regarding the Agricultural Right to Repair Act (S3549) and Freedom to Repair Act (HR6566) but did not take position.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION via AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
2022 · third_quarter · Q3
Supported the REPAIR Act (HR 6570) which would ensure that independent repair shops have access to data, tools and software to repair late model vehicles.
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Provided views on need for independent repair industry to have access to vehicle software including our views regarding the Agricultural Right to Repair Act (S3549) and Freedom to Repair Act (HR6566) but did not take position.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation. Discussed COVID-19 related legislation, particularly as it concerned resources for small businesses and the Paycheck Protection Program
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Advocated FTC to increase enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996 and S 3580.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations. Commented on EPA proposed regulations implementing the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems. Supported passage of the REPAIR Act (HR 6570) which would ensure independent repair shops have access to in-vehicle data, diagnostic tools and software necessary to repair late model vehicles..
Supported funding for vocational education to ensure the supply of properly trained vehicle repair technicians.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION via AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
2022 · second_quarter · Q2
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Provided views on need for independent repair industry to have access to vehicle software including our views regarding the Agricultural Right to Repair Act (S3549) and Freedom to Repair Act (HR6566) but did not take position.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation. Discussed COVID-19 related legislation, particularly as it concerned resources for small businesses and the Paycheck Protection Program
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510). Lobbied in support of the No Surprises Act. Also lobbied Departments of HHS, Treasury and Labor in defense of regulations promulgated for same.
Supported funding for vocational education to ensure the supply of properly trained vehicle repair technicians.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Advocated FTC to increase enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996 and S 3580.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems. Supported passage of the REPAIR Act (HR 6570) which would ensure independent repair shops have access to in-vehicle data, diagnostic tools and software necessary to repair late model vehicles..
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations. Commented on EPA proposed regulations implementing the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act
Supported the REPAIR Act (HR 6570) which would ensure that independent repair shops have access to data, tools and software to repair late model vehicles.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION via AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
2022 · first_quarter · Q1
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation. Discussed COVID-19 related legislation, particularly as it concerned resources for small businesses and the Paycheck Protection Program
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Provided views on Agricultural Right to Repair Act (S3549) and Freedom to Repair Act (HR6566) but did not take position.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations. Commented on EPA proposed regulations implementing the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems.
Supported funding for vocational education.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry. Advocated for co-sponsorship and support of the Hospitality Commerce Jobs Act (H.R. 1346 /S. 477).
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996 and S 3580.
Endorsed letter to FTC regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION via AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
2021 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations. Commented on EPA proposed regulations implementing the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act
Supported funding for vocational education.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Endorsed letter to FTC regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry. Advocated for co-sponsorship and support of the Hospitality Commerce Jobs Act (H.R. 1346 /S. 477).
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation. Discussed COVID-19 related legislation, particularly as it concerned resources for small businesses and the Paycheck Protection Program
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2021 · third_quarter · Q3
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Supported funding for vocational education.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations. Commented on EPA proposed regulations implementing the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act
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2021 · second_quarter · Q2
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry. Advocated for co-sponsorship and support of the Hospitality Commerce Jobs Act (H.R. 1346 /S. 477).
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Endorsed letter to FTC regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
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2021 · first_quarter · Q1
Endorsed letter to FTC regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts.
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2020 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
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2020 · third_quarter · Q3
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
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2020 · second_quarter · Q2
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems.
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2020 · first_quarter · Q1
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
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2019 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
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2019 · third_quarter · Q3
Supported legislation that amends the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
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2019 · second_quarter · Q2
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues.
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2019 · first_quarter · Q1
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
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2018 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax, including Death Tax Repeal Act of 2017 (H.R. 198); lobbied for fair effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation; supported Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2017 (RTPA) (H.R. 2193); supported Marketplace Fairness Act of 2017 (S. 976); opposed No Regulation Without Representation Act of 2017 (H.R. 2887).
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2018 · third_quarter · Q3
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Auto Care Caucus; monitored Security and Privacy in Your Car Act, or SPY Car Act, of 2017 (S. 812) and SPY Car Study Act of 2017 (H.R. 701); supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2017, or PARTS Act of 2017 (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); commented on revisions for draft legislation on autonomous vehicles; supported inclusion in American Vision for Safer Transportation through Advancement of Revolutionary Technologies (S. 1885) a federal advisory committee on control and access to vehicle data.
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2018 · second_quarter · Q2
Supported efforts to repeal certain provision of Affordable Care Act: Employer Mandate, Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, 40-hour full-time designation, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported 40 hours 13 full-time S.1786; Save American Workers HR 3798; supported STARS Act HR 3956; supported Marketplace Fairness Act S.976.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
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2018 · first_quarter · Q1
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
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2017 · first_quarter · 1A
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Auto Care Caucus; monitored Security and Privacy in Your Car Act, or SPY Car Act, of 2017 (S. 812) and SPY Car Study Act of 2017 (H.R. 701); supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2017, or PARTS Act of 2017 (S. 812 / H.R. 1879).
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
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2017 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA.
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
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2017 · third_quarter · Q3
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provision of Affordable Care Act: Employer Mandate, Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, 40-hour full-time designation, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits.
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2017 · second_quarter · Q2
Supported passages of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; supported legislation that amends Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Auto Care Caucus; monitored Security and Privacy in Your Car Act, or SPY Car Act, of 2017 (S. 812) and SPY Car Study Act of 2017 (H.R. 701); supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2017, or PARTS Act of 2017 (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); commented on revisions for draft legislation on autonomous vehicles.
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2017 · first_quarter · Q1
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Auto Care Caucus; monitored Security and Privacy in Your Car Act, or SPY Car Act, of 2017 (S. 812) and SPY Car Study Act of 2017 (H.R. 701); supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2017, or PARTS Act of 2017 (S. 812 / H.R. 1879).
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2016 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA through the end of 2010 (HR 5297); opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Supported letter to FTC from Congress re: proper enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate employee mandate. Supported HR Jobs and Premium Act (H.R. 763/S. 603); supported H.R. 3367 to delay the Health Insurance Tax in the Affordable Care Act. Supported Protecting Affordable Coverage for Employees Act (H.R. 1624 / S. 1099) to repeal small group expansion requirement and the Forty Hours is Full Time Act of 2015 (S. 30) to change the full-time definition from 30 hours to 40 hours under the Affordable Care Act by amending the Internal Revenue Code; supported Commonsense Reporting and Verification Act (H.R. 2712 / S. 1996); supported Small Business Healthcare Relief Act (H.R. 2911 / S. 1697.
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2016 · third_quarter · Q3
Supported passages of legislation that'd revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (H.R. 1057, S. 560); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiatives; supported legislation that amends Digital Millennium Copyright Act, specifically the You Own Decides Act (H.R. 862).
Opposed efforts to eliminated use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate; discussed and considered position on e-Fairness: the Marketplace Fairness Act (S. 698) and the Remote Transaction Parity Act (H.R. 2275); supported repeal of Estate Tax (H.R. 1105); lobbied for Fair Effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal (H.R. 928 / S. 183).
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2016 · second_quarter · Q2
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA through the end of 2010 (HR 5297); opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Supported passages of legislation that'd revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (H.R. 1057, S. 560); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiatives; supported legislation that amends Digital Millennium Copyright Act, specifically the You Own Decides Act (H.R. 862).
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2016 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with Members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industries to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Congressional Auto Care Caucus; monitored Federal Vehicle Repair Cost Savings Act of 2015 (H.R. 1613/S. 565), Motor Vehicle Safety Whistleblower Act (S. 304), and Security and Privacy in Your Car Act of 2015 (S. 1806). Supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2015 or the PARTS Act (H.R. 1057) and long-term extension of transportation funding.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate employee mandate. Supported HR Jobs and Premium Act (H.R. 763/S. 603); supported H.R. 3367 to delay the Health Insurance Tax in the Affordable Care Act. Supported Protecting Affordable Coverage for Employees Act (H.R. 1624 / S. 1099) to repeal small group expansion requirement and the Forty Hours is Full Time Act of 2015 (S. 30) to change the full-time definition from 30 hours to 40 hours under the Affordable Care Act by amending the Internal Revenue Code; supported Commonsense Reporting and Verification Act (H.R. 2712 / S. 1996); supported Small Business Healthcare Relief Act (H.R. 2911 / S. 1697.
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2015 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Opposed efforts to eliminated use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate; discussed and considered position on e-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (S. 698); supported repeal of Estate Tax (H.R. 1105); lobbied for Fair Effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal (H.R. 928 / S. 183).
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported passages of legislation that'd revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (H.R. 1057, S. 560); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiatives.
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2015 · third_quarter · Q3
Supported passages of legislation that'd revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (H.R. 1057, S. 560); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiatives.
Opposed efforts to eliminated use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate; discussed and considered position on e-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (S. 698); supported repeal of Estate Tax (H.R. 1105); lobbied for Fair Effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal (H.R. 928 / S. 183).
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2015 · second_quarter · Q2
Opposed efforts to eliminated use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate; discussed and considered position on e-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (S. 698); supported repeal of Estate Tax (H.R. 1105); lobbied for Fair Effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal (H.R. 928 / S. 183).
Interested in WTO disputes related to the auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on the auto industry; interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations; interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact the auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tarriff barriers affecting auto products.
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2015 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staff
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (HR 903/S 399) and other efforts to eliminate employee mandate. Supported HR Jobs and Premium Act (HR 763/S 603). Supported HR 3367 to delay the Health Insurance Tax in the Affordable Care Act.
Supported passages of legislation that'd revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (HR 1050, S 560). Supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement. Interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiatives.
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2014 · fourth_quarter · RA
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
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2014 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Interested in World Trade Organization disputes related to the auto industry., Interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on auto industry. Interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations. Interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impacting the auto industry. Interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto products.
Supported passage of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 780). Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online infringement. Interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiatives.
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2014 · fourth_quarter · 4A
Supported letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (H.R> 763/S. 603). Supported H.R. 3367 to delay the Health Insurance Tax in the Affordable Care Act.
Interested in World Trade Organization disputes related to the auto industry., Interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on auto industry. Interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations. Interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impacting the auto industry. Interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto products.
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2014 · third_quarter · Q3
Request for national certification standards for aftermarket catalytic converters. Opposed provisions of draft "Super Pollutants Act of 2014" that would restrict sale of automotive refrigerants to consumers
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (H.R. 763/S. 603). Supported H.R. 3367 to delay the Health Insurance Tax in the Affordable Care Act.
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the United States. Expressed concern over notice issued by NHTSA regarding installation of coutnerfeit airbags. Discussing advanced vehicle technologies with various Members of Congress and their committees.
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2014 · second_quarter · Q2
Interested in World Trade Organization disputes related to the auto industry. Interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on auto industry. Interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations. Interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impacting the auto industry. Interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto products.
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
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2014 · second_quarter · Q2
Supported letter to FTC from Congress Regarding proper enforcement fo Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act.
Interested in World Trade Organization disputes related to the auto industry. Interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on auto industry. Interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations. Interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impacting the auto industry. Interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto products.
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
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2014 · first_quarter · Q1
Supported passage of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 780). Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online infringement. Interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting iniatives.
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
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2013 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Supported H.R. 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization.
Interested in World Trade Organization disputes related to the auto industry. Interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on auto industry. Interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations. Interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impacting the auto industry. Interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto products.
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2013 · third_quarter · Q3
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Discussed and considered position on E-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (H.R. 684, S. 336). Supported repeal of the Estate Tax (H.R. 2429, S. 1185).
Request for national certification standards for aftermarket catalytic converters.
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the United States. Expressed concern over notice issued by NHTSA regarding installation of coutnerfeit airbags. Discussing advanced vehicle technologies with various Members of Congress and their committees.
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2013 · second_quarter · Q2
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act. Participated in Small Business Administration roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Discussed and considered position on E-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (H.R. 684, S. 336). Supported repeal of the Estate Tax (H.R. 2429, S. 1185).
Supported H.R. 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization.
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2013 · first_quarter · Q1
Supported passage of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts. Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online infringement. Intersected in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting iniatives.
Urged Federal Trade Commission to investigate releases from Honda, Mazda and Kia that appeared to be in violation of the Magnuson-Moss Warrenty Act. Urging FTC to investigate General Motors' attempt to create dexos propriety motor oil. Also asked for congressional support for investigation of General Motors' actions. Supported potential legislation that would ensure a consumer's right to obtain repair information for their vehicles.
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2012 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Interested in World Trade Organization disputes related to the auto industry. Interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on auto industry. Interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations. Interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impacting the auto industry. Interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto products.
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
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2012 · third_quarter · 3A
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Supported passage of E-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (S. 1832).
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 1744/S. 20) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. 1370 and additional efforts to repeal health insurance tax.
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2012 · third_quarter · Q3
Interested in providing advice on Dora round of the World Trade Organization. Interested in initiatives to ensure compliance with commitments made by China on its accession to the WTO. Interested in U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement. Interested in Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement. Interested in tariffs applied to Chinese imports of automotive aftermarket parts. Interested in International Trade Data Systems (ITDS) Concept of Operations. Interested in Customs Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 (S. 1631). Supported IP attaches at U.S. Embassies as provided by the House-passed Foreign Relations Authorization Act (H.R. 2410). Supported protection of IP legislation to counter rogue websites selling counterfeit merchandise.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Supported passage of E-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (S. 1832).
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2012 · second_quarter · Q2
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Supported H.R. 2587, Protecting Jobs from Government Interference Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization.
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2012 · first_quarter · 1A
Supported H.R. 2587, Protecting Jobs from Government Interference Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization.
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization (S. 1449) affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the U.S.
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION via AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
2012 · first_quarter · Q1
Supported passage of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts. Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online enfringement. Interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act (S. 3804) and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiative.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (H.R. 1449)
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate.
AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION via AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
2011 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Supported H.R. 2587, Protecting Jobs from Government Interference Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization.
Supported passage of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts. Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online enfringement. Interested in Combating Online Infringement and Counterfeits Act (S. 3804) and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiative.
AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION via AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
2011 · third_quarter · Q3
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Franks Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (H.R. 1449).
AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION via AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
2011 · second_quarter · 2A
Urged the Federal Trade Commission to investigate releases from Honda that appeared to be in violation of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Urging Federal Trade Commission to investigate General Motors' attempt to create dexos propriety motor oil. Also, asked for congressional support for investigation of General Motor's attempt.
Supported passage of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (H.R. 3059/S. 1368). Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online enfringement. Interested in Combating Online Infringement and Counterfeits Act (S. 3804) and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiative.
AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION via AUTO CARE ASSOCIATION
2011 · second_quarter · Q2
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (H.R. 1449)
Supported Association/Small Business Health Plan Legislation. Opposed the Patient Protection and Affordable Healthcare Act (H.R. 3590/H.R. 3962). Urged repeal of requirements in Patient Protection and Affordable Healthcare Act for businesses to file 1099 tax form for purchases from any vendor exceeding $600 annually. Supported the American Job Protection Act (H.R. 1744/S. 20) and other efforts to eliminate employer mandate. Supported H.R. 1370 and additional efforts to repeal health insurance tax.
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts. Supported passage of Ocean Shipping Reform Act HR 4996.
Endorsed letter to FTC regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry. Advocated for co-sponsorship and support of the Hospitality Commerce Jobs Act (H.R. 1346 /S. 477).
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation. Discussed COVID-19 related legislation, particularly as it concerned resources for small businesses and the Paycheck Protection Program
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations. Commented on EPA proposed regulations implementing the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act
Supported Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation. Discussed COVID-19 related legislation, particularly as it concerned resources for small businesses and the Paycheck Protection Program
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Supported funding for vocational education.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Supported funding for vocational education.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation.
Supported legislation that amends the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported legislation that amends the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Endorsed letter to FTC regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems.
Supported funding for vocational education.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported legislation that amends the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems.
Supported funding for vocational education.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Supported legislation that amends the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Supported funding for vocational education.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues; worked to ensure availability of financial assistance for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and clarification that essential service orders issued by state and local officials should include the repair industry.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems.
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported legislation that amends the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Supported legislation that amends the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA.
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019 (S. 2366/H.R. 4070); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported legislation that amends the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported Save American Workers HR 3798; STARS Act HR 3956; Cadillac Tax Repeal (HR 748, S. 684); Health Insurance Tax Repeal (HR 2447, S. 80); Health Insurance Tax Delay (HR 1398, S. 172); and Employee Flexibility Act (HR 2782, S. 1510).
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs; opposed 232 auto parts.
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provision of Affordable Care Act: Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, 40-hour full-time designation, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported 40 hours 13 full-time S.1786; Save American Workers HR 3798; supported STARS Act HR 3956.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported legislation that amends the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Auto Care Caucus; monitored Security and Privacy in Your Car Act, or SPY Car Act, of 2017 (S. 812) and SPY Car Study Act of 2017 (H.R. 701); supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2017, or PARTS Act of 2017 (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); commented on revisions for draft legislation on autonomous vehicles; supported inclusion in American Vision for Safer Transportation through Advancement of Revolutionary Technologies (S. 1885) a federal advisory committee on control and access to vehicle data.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs.
Supported passages of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; supported legislation that amends Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provision of Affordable Care Act: Employer Mandate, Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, 40-hour full-time designation, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported 40 hours 13 full-time S.1786; Save American Workers HR 3798; supported STARS Act HR 3956; supported Marketplace Fairness Act S.976.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Library of Congress (LOC), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported efforts to repeal certain provision of Affordable Care Act: Employer Mandate, Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, 40-hour full-time designation, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards. Supported 40 hours 13 full-time S.1786; Save American Workers HR 3798; supported STARS Act HR 3956; supported Marketplace Fairness Act S.976.
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax, including Death Tax Repeal Act of 2017 (H.R. 198); lobbied for fair effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation; supported Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2017 (RTPA) (H.R. 2193); supported Marketplace Fairness Act of 2017 (S. 976); opposed No Regulation Without Representation Act of 2017 (H.R. 2887).
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Supported passages of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; supported legislation that amends Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Library of Congress (LOC), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported passages of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; supported legislation that amends Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Auto Care Caucus; monitored Security and Privacy in Your Car Act, or SPY Car Act, of 2017 (S. 812) and SPY Car Study Act of 2017 (H.R. 701); supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2017, or PARTS Act of 2017 (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); commented on revisions for draft legislation on autonomous vehicles; supported inclusion in American Vision for Safer Transportation through Advancement of Revolutionary Technologies (S. 1885) a federal advisory committee on control and access to vehicle data.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax, including Death Tax Repeal Act of 2017 (H.R. 198); lobbied for fair effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation; supported Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2017 (RTPA) (H.R. 2193); supported Marketplace Fairness Act of 2017 (S. 976); opposed No Regulation Without Representation Act of 2017 (H.R. 2887).
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Library of Congress (LOC), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported efforts to repeal certain provision of Affordable Care Act: Employer Mandate, Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, 40-hour full-time designation, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits; supported the Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017 (S 1908 / HR 3919); supported the Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act of 2018 (HR 5138); supported developing legislation to establish federal chemical labeling standards.
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported passages of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; supported legislation that amends Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax, including Death Tax Repeal Act of 2017 (H.R. 198); lobbied for fair effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation; supported Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2017 (RTPA) (H.R. 2193); supported Marketplace Fairness Act of 2017 (S. 976); opposed No Regulation Without Representation Act of 2017 (H.R. 2887).
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Auto Care Caucus; monitored Security and Privacy in Your Car Act, or SPY Car Act, of 2017 (S. 812) and SPY Car Study Act of 2017 (H.R. 701); supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2017, or PARTS Act of 2017 (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); commented on revisions for draft legislation on autonomous vehicles; supported inclusion in American Vision for Safer Transportation through Advancement of Revolutionary Technologies (S. 1885) a federal advisory committee on control and access to vehicle data.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); opposed implementation of tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Section 301 investigation proposed tariffs.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Library of Congress (LOC), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provision of Affordable Care Act: Employer Mandate, Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, 40-hour full-time designation, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax, including Death Tax Repeal Act of 2017 (H.R. 198); lobbied for fair effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation.
Supported passages of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; supported legislation that amends Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax, including Death Tax Repeal Act of 2017 (H.R. 198); lobbied for fair effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation; supported Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2017 (RTPA) (H.R. 2193); supported Marketplace Fairness Act of 2017 (S. 976); opposed No Regulation Without Representation Act of 2017 (H.R. 2887).
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Auto Care Caucus; monitored Security and Privacy in Your Car Act, or SPY Car Act, of 2017 (S. 812) and SPY Car Study Act of 2017 (H.R. 701); supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2017, or PARTS Act of 2017 (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); commented on revisions for draft legislation on autonomous vehicles; supported inclusion in American Vision for Safer Transportation through Advancement of Revolutionary Technologies (S. 1885) a federal advisory committee on control and access to vehicle data.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Supported passages of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; supported legislation that amends Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provision of Affordable Care Act: Employer Mandate, Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, 40-hour full-time designation, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Library of Congress (LOC), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industry to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Auto Care Caucus; monitored Security and Privacy in Your Car Act, or SPY Car Act, of 2017 (S. 812) and SPY Car Study Act of 2017 (H.R. 701); supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2017, or PARTS Act of 2017 (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); commented on revisions for draft legislation on autonomous vehicles; supported inclusion in American Vision for Safer Transportation through Advancement of Revolutionary Technologies (S. 1885) a federal advisory committee on control and access to vehicle data.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax, including Death Tax Repeal Act of 2017 (H.R. 198); lobbied for fair effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation; supported Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2017 (RTPA) (H.R. 2193); supported Marketplace Fairness Act of 2017 (S. 976); opposed No Regulation Without Representation Act of 2017 (H.R. 2887).
Supported passages of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; supported legislation that amends Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products; supported efforts to modernize the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Library of Congress (LOC), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA round-tables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provision of Affordable Care Act: Employer Mandate, Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, 40-hour full-time designation, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax, including Death Tax Repeal Act of 2017 (H.R. 198); lobbied for fair effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation; supported Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2017 (RTPA) (H.R. 2193); supported Marketplace Fairness Act of 2017 (S. 976); opposed No Regulation Without Representation Act of 2017 (H.R. 2887).
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products.
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Library of Congress (LOC), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Interested in WTO disputes related to auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and their impact on auto industry; industry in customs-related legislation and regulation; discussed intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact on auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto parts and other products.
Request for national certification standard for aftermarket catalytic convertors; monitored Phase II medium and heavy-duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Endorsed letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported efforts to reform new overtime rules and NLRB actions from previous Administration.
Supported passages of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 812 / H.R. 1879); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; supported legislation that amends Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Supported efforts to repeal certain provision of Affordable Care Act: Employer Mandate, Health Insurance Tax, Cadillac Tax, small group expansion requirement, 40-hour full-time designation, and Medical Device Tax. Supported efforts to expand health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) benefits.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method; supported e-fairness efforts to create nationwide online sales tax system; supported legislation that repeals Estate Tax, including Death Tax Repeal Act of 2017 (H.R. 198); lobbied for fair effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal; lobbied against Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) as part of future tax reform legislation.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-management Relations Act (H.R. 1120); opposed National Labor Regulations Board Actions to compress time for employee decisions regarding unionization; supported the Secret Ballot Protection Act (H.R. 2346); supported Protecting Local Business Opportunity Act (H.R. 3459 / S. 2015); supported Regulatory Relief for Small Businesses, Schools and Nonprofits Act (H.R. 6094); supported the Overtime Reform and Review Act (S. 3464) and the Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act (H.R. 5813).
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with Members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industries to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Congressional Auto Care Caucus; monitored Federal Vehicle Repair Cost Savings Act of 2015 (H.R. 1613/S. 565), Motor Vehicle Safety Whistleblower Act (S. 304), and Security and Privacy in Your Car Act of 2015 (S. 1806); supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2015 or the PARTS Act (H.R. 1057); modified and supported FAST Act (H.R. 22); supported efforts to address cybersecurity threats to motor vehicles while minimizing impact on consumer choice in automotive repair.
Opposed efforts to eliminated use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate; discussed and considered position on e-Fairness: the Marketplace Fairness Act (S. 698) and the Remote Transaction Parity Act (H.R. 2275); supported repeal of Estate Tax (H.R. 1105); lobbied for Fair Effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal (H.R. 928 / S. 183). Lobbied against potential Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) in future tax reform legislation.
Supported passages of legislation that'd revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (H.R. 1057, S. 560); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiatives; supported legislation that amends Digital Millennium Copyright Act, specifically the You Own Decides Act (H.R. 862).
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Request for nat'l certification standard for aftermarket catalytic converters; opposed provisions of draft "Super Pollutants Acts of 2014" that would restrict sale of automotive refrigerants to consumers; Monitored Phase II medium and heavy duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Interested in WTO disputes related to the auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on the auto industry; interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations; interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact the auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tarriff barriers affecting auto products.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with Members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industries to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Congressional Auto Care Caucus; monitored Federal Vehicle Repair Cost Savings Act of 2015 (H.R. 1613/S. 565), Motor Vehicle Safety Whistleblower Act (S. 304), and Security and Privacy in Your Car Act of 2015 (S. 1806); supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2015 or the PARTS Act (H.R. 1057); modified and supported FAST Act (H.R. 22); supported efforts to address cybersecurity threats to motor vehicles while minimizing impact on consumer choice in automotive repair.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA through the end of 2010 (HR 5297); opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Interested in WTO disputes related to the auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on the auto industry; interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations; interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact the auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tarriff barriers affecting auto products.
Request for nat'l certification standard for aftermarket catalytic converters; opposed provisions of draft "Super Pollutants Acts of 2014" that would restrict sale of automotive refrigerants to consumers; Monitored Phase II medium and heavy duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate employee mandate. Supported HR Jobs and Premium Act (H.R. 763/S. 603); supported H.R. 3367 to delay the Health Insurance Tax in the Affordable Care Act. Supported Protecting Affordable Coverage for Employees Act (H.R. 1624 / S. 1099) to repeal small group expansion requirement and the Forty Hours is Full Time Act of 2015 (S. 30) to change the full-time definition from 30 hours to 40 hours under the Affordable Care Act by amending the Internal Revenue Code; supported Commonsense Reporting and Verification Act (H.R. 2712 / S. 1996); supported Small Business Healthcare Relief Act (H.R. 2911 / S. 1697.
Supported letter to FTC from Congress re: proper enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-management Relations Act (H.R. 1120); opposed National Labor Regulations Board Actions to compress time for employee decisions regarding unionization; supported the Secret Ballot Protection Act (H.R. 2346); supported Protecting Local Business Opportunity Act (H.R. 3459 / S. 2015); supported Regulatory Relief for Small Businesses, Schools and Nonprofits Act (H.R. 6094); supported the Overtime Reform and Review Act (S. 3464) and the Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act (H.R. 5813).
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Opposed efforts to eliminated use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate; discussed and considered position on e-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (S. 698); supported repeal of Estate Tax (H.R. 1105); lobbied for Fair Effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal (H.R. 928 / S. 183).
Interested in WTO disputes related to the auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on the auto industry; interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations; interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact the auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tarriff barriers affecting auto products.
Supported letter to FTC from Congress re: proper enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with Members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industries to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Congressional Auto Care Caucus; monitored Federal Vehicle Repair Cost Savings Act of 2015 (H.R. 1613/S. 565), Motor Vehicle Safety Whistleblower Act (S. 304), and Security and Privacy in Your Car Act of 2015 (S. 1806); supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2015 or the PARTS Act (H.R. 1057); modified and supported FAST Act (H.R. 22).
Request for nat'l certification standard for aftermarket catalytic converters; opposed provisions of draft "Super Pollutants Acts of 2014" that would restrict sale of automotive refrigerants to consumers; Monitored Phase II medium and heavy duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate employee mandate. Supported HR Jobs and Premium Act (H.R. 763/S. 603); supported H.R. 3367 to delay the Health Insurance Tax in the Affordable Care Act. Supported Protecting Affordable Coverage for Employees Act (H.R. 1624 / S. 1099) to repeal small group expansion requirement and the Forty Hours is Full Time Act of 2015 (S. 30) to change the full-time definition from 30 hours to 40 hours under the Affordable Care Act by amending the Internal Revenue Code; supported Commonsense Reporting and Verification Act (H.R. 2712 / S. 1996); supported Small Business Healthcare Relief Act (H.R. 2911 / S. 1697.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported HR 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-management Relations Act; opposed National Labor Regulations Board Actions to compress time for employee decisions regarding unionization; supported HR 2346, the Secret Ballot Protection Act; supported Protecting Local Business Opportunity Act (H.R. 3459 / S. 2015)
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA through the end of 2010 (HR 5297); opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Supported HR 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-management Relations Act; opposed National Labor Regulations Board Actions to compress time for employee decisions regarding unionization; supported HR 2346, the Secret Ballot Protection Act; supported Protecting Local Business Opportunity Act (H.R. 3459 / S. 2015)
Request for nat'l certification standard for aftermarket catalytic converters; opposed provisions of draft "Super Pollutants Acts of 2014" that would restrict sale of automotive refrigerants to consumers; Monitored Phase II medium and heavy duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Interested in WTO disputes related to the auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on the auto industry; interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations; interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact the auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tarriff barriers affecting auto products.
Supported letter to FTC from Congress re: proper enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act.
Opposed efforts to eliminated use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate; discussed and considered position on e-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (S. 698); supported repeal of Estate Tax (H.R. 1105); lobbied for Fair Effective tax rates; discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding; supported Health Insurance Tax repeal (H.R. 928 / S. 183).
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported passages of legislation that'd revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (H.R. 1057, S. 560); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiatives.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA through the end of 2010 (HR 5297); opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Supported letter to FTC from Congress re: proper enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate employee mandate. Supported HR Jobs and Premium Act (H.R. 763/S. 603); supported H.R. 3367 to delay the Health Insurance Tax in the Affordable Care Act. Supported Protecting Affordable Coverage for Employees Act (H.R. 1624 / S. 1099) to repeal small group expansion requirement and the Forty Hours is Full Time Act of 2015 (S. 30) to change the full-time definition from 30 hours to 40 hours under the Affordable Care Act by amending the Internal Revenue Code.
Request for nat'l certification standard for aftermarket catalytic converters; opposed provisions of draft "Super Pollutants Acts of 2014" that would restrict sale of automotive refrigerants to consumers; Monitored Phase II medium and heavy duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Supported HR 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-management Relations Act; opposed National Labor Regulations Board Actions to compress time for employee decisions regarding unionization; supported HR 2346, the Secret Ballot Protection Act
Interested in WTO disputes related to the auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on the auto industry; interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations; interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact the auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tarriff barriers affecting auto products.
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with Members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industries to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Congressional Auto Care Caucus; monitored Federal Vehicle Repair Cost Savings Act of 2015 (H.R. 1613/S. 565), Motor Vehicle Safety Whistleblower Act (S. 304), and Security and Privacy in Your Car Act of 2015 (S. 1806). Supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2015 or the PARTS Act (H.R. 1057) and long-term extension of transportation funding.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with Members of Congress and their staffs; discussed need for independent auto care industries to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems; formed Congressional Auto Care Caucus; monitored Federal Vehicle Repair Cost Savings Act of 2015 (H.R. 1613/S. 565), Motor Vehicle Safety Whistleblower Act (S. 304), and Security and Privacy in Your Car Act of 2015 (S. 1806). Supported passage of Promoting Automotive Repair, Trade, and Sales Act of 2015 or the PARTS Act (H.R. 1057) and long-term extension of transportation funding.
Request for nat'l certification standard for aftermarket catalytic converters; opposed provisions of draft "Super Pollutants Acts of 2014" that would restrict sale of automotive refrigerants to consumers; Monitored Phase II medium and heavy duty vehicle emissions regulations and proposed glider kit limitations.
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA through the end of 2010 (HR 5297); opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Interested in WTO disputes related to the auto industry; interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on the auto industry; interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations; interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact the auto industry; interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tarriff barriers affecting auto products.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate employee mandate. Supported HR Jobs and Premium Act (H.R. 763/S. 603); supported H.R. 3367 to delay the Health Insurance Tax in the Affordable Care Act. Supported Protecting Affordable Coverage for Employees Act (H.R. 1624 / S. 1099) to repeal small group expansion requirement and the Forty Hours is Full Time Act of 2015 (S. 30) to change the full-time definition from 30 hours to 40 hours under the Affordable Care Act by amending the Internal Revenue Code.
Supported letter to FTC from Congress re: proper enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported HR 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-management Relations Act; opposed National Labor Regulations Board Actions to compress time for employee decisions regarding unionization; supported HR 2346, the Secret Ballot Protection Act
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported letter to FTC from Congress re: proper enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported passages of legislation that'd revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (H.R. 1057, S. 560); supported development of legislation to strengthen IRP enforcement measures against online infringement; interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiatives.
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA through the end of 2010 (HR 5297); opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Request for nat'l certification standard for aftermarket catalytic converters; opposed provisions of draft "Super Pollutants Acts of 2014" that would restrict sale of automotive refrigerants to consumers.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act; participated in SBA roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (HR 903/S 399) and other efforts to eliminate employee mandate. Supported HR Jobs and Premium Act (HR 763/S 603); supported HR 3367 to delay the Health Insurance Tax in the Affordable Care Act.
Supported HR 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-management Relations Act; opposed National Labor Regulations Board Actions to compress time for employee decisions regarding unionization; supported HR 2346, the Secret Ballot Protection Act
Discussed vehicle recall considerations with members of Congress and their staff; discussed need for independent auto care industries to have access to data generated by embedded vehicle telematics systems.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported letter to FTC from Congress re: proper enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act
Interested in WTO disputes related to the auto industry. Interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on the auto industry. Interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations. Interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impact the auto industry. Interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tarriff barriers affecting auto products.
Opposed efforts to eliminated use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Discussed and considered position on e-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (S 698). Supported repeal of Estate Tax (HR 1105). Lobbied for Fair Effective tax rates. Discussed tax repatriation options for transportation funding
Request for nat'l certification standard for aftermarket catalytic converters. Opposed provisions of draft "Super Pollutants Acts of 2014" that would restrict sale of automotive refrigerants to consumers.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act. Participated in SBA roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the ARRA through the end of 2010 (HR 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Supported HR 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-management Relations Act. Opposed National Labor Regulations Board Actions to compress time for employee decisions regarding unionization. Supported HR 2346, the Secret Ballot Protection Act
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
Opposition of NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into US, S.1009 House Draft "Chemicals in Commerce Act," EPA regulations on TCE, competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts, enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act, support of vocational education, extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in ARRA, opposition to postponement of implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act, support of repeal of Estate Tax, Fair Effective tax rates, inclusion of aftermarket tech. and research in ITS initiatives across DOT.
Request for national certification standards for aftermarket catalytic converters. Opposed provisions of draft "Super Pollutants Act of 2014" that would restrict sale of automotive refrigerants to consumers.
Supported letter to FTC from Congress regarding proper enforcement of Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (H.R> 763/S. 603). Supported H.R. 3367 to delay the Health Insurance Tax in the Affordable Care Act.
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the United States. Expressed concern over notice issued NHTSA regarding installation of counterfeit airbags. Discussed advanced vehicle technologies with various Members of Congress and their committees. Discussed vehicle recall considerations with Members of Congress and their staff.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Discussed and considered position on E-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (H.R. 684, S. 336). Supported repeal of the Estate Tax (H.R. 2429, S. 1185). Lobbied for Fair Effective tax rates
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act. Participated in Small Business Administration roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Supported H.R. 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-management Relations Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decisions regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization. Supported H.R. 2346, the Secret Ballot Protection Act.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the United States. Expressed concern over notice issued NHTSA regarding installation of counterfeit airbags. Discussed advanced vehicle technologies with various Members of Congress and their committees. Discussed vehicle recall considerations with Members of Congress and their staff.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act. Participated in Small Business Administration roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Request for national certification standards for aftermarket catalytic converters. Opposed provisions of draft "Super Pollutants Act of 2014" that would restrict sale of automotive refrigerants to consumers.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Discussed and considered position on E-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (H.R. 684, S. 336). Supported repeal of the Estate Tax (H.R. 2429, S. 1185). Lobbied for Fair Effective tax rates
Supported H.R. 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-management Relations Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decisions regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization. Supported H.R. 2346, the Secret Ballot Protection Act.
Supported passage of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 780). Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online infringement. Interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiatives.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Discussed and considered position on E-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (H.R. 684, S. 336). Supported repeal of the Estate Tax (H.R. 2429, S. 1185).
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act. Participated in Small Business Administration roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported letter to FTC from Congress Regarding proper enforcement fo Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act.
Interested in World Trade Organization disputes related to the auto industry. Interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on auto industry. Interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations. Interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impacting the auto industry. Interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto products.
Supported passage of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 780). Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online infringement. Interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting iniatives.
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Supported H.R. 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization. Supported H.R. 2346, the Secret Ballot Protection Act
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Discussed and considered position on E-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (H.R. 684, S. 336). Supported repeal of the Estate Tax (H.R. 2429, S. 1185).
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act. Participated in Small Business Administration roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported letter to FTC from Congress Regarding proper enforcement fo Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (H.R. 763/S. 603). Supported H.R. 3367 to delay the Health Insurance Tax in the Affordable Care Act.
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the United States. Expressed concern over notice issued by NHTSA regarding installation of coutnerfeit airbags. Discussing advanced vehicle technologies with various Members of Congress and their committees.
Request for national certification standards for aftermarket catalytic converters. Opposed provisions of draft "Super Pollutants Act of 2014" that would restrict sale of automotive refrigerants to consumers
Supported H.R. 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization. Supported H.R. 2346, the Secret Ballot Protection Act
Supported passage of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 780). Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online infringement. Interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting iniatives.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Discussed and considered position on E-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (H.R. 684, S. 336). Supported repeal of the Estate Tax (H.R. 2429, S. 1185).
Supported H.R. 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization. Supported H.R. 2346, the Secret Ballot Protection Act
Request for national certification standards for aftermarket catalytic converters. Opposed provisions of draft "Super Pollutants Act of 2014" that would restrict sale of automotive refrigerants to consumers
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act. Participated in Small Business Administration roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (H.R. 763/S. 603). Supported H.R. 3367 to delay the Health Insurance Tax in the Affordable Care Act.
Supported passage of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 780). Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online infringement. Interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting iniatives.
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the United States. Expressed concern over notice issued by NHTSA regarding installation of coutnerfeit airbags. Discussing advanced vehicle technologies with various Members of Congress and their committees.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the United States. Expressed concern over notice issued by NHTSA regarding installation of coutnerfeit airbags. Discussing advanced vehicle technologies with various Members of Congress and their committees.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act. Participated in Small Business Administration roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Interested in World Trade Organization disputes related to the auto industry. Interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on auto industry. Interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations. Interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impacting the auto industry. Interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto products.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (H.R. 763/S. 603).
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Discussed and considered position on E-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (H.R. 684, S. 336). Supported repeal of the Estate Tax (H.R. 2429, S. 1185).
Supported letter to FTC from Congress Regarding proper enforcement fo Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act.
Supported H.R. 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization.
Request for national certification standards for aftermarket catalytic converters.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (H.R. 763/S. 603).
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Request for national certification standards for aftermarket catalytic converters.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act. Participated in Small Business Administration roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Supported passage of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 780). Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online infringement. Interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting iniatives.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Discussed and considered position on E-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (H.R. 684, S. 336). Supported repeal of the Estate Tax (H.R. 2429, S. 1185).
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the United States. Expressed concern over notice issued by NHTSA regarding installation of coutnerfeit airbags. Discussing advanced vehicle technologies with various Members of Congress and their committees.
Urged Federal Trade Commission to investigate releases from Honda, Mazda and Kia that appeared to be in violation of the Magnuson-Moss Warrenty Act. Urging FTC to investigate General Motors' attempt to create dexos propriety motor oil. Also asked for congressional support for investigation of General Motors' actions. Supported potential legislation that would ensure a consumer's right to obtain repair information for their vehicles.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Interested in World Trade Organization disputes related to the auto industry. Interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on auto industry. Interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations. Interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impacting the auto industry. Interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto products.
Supported H.R. 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization.
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (H.R. 763/S. 603).
Supported passage of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (S. 780). Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online infringement. Interested in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting iniatives.
Urged Federal Trade Commission to investigate releases from Honda, Mazda and Kia that appeared to be in violation of the Magnuson-Moss Warrenty Act. Urging FTC to investigate General Motors' attempt to create dexos propriety motor oil. Also asked for congressional support for investigation of General Motors' actions. Supported potential legislation that would ensure a consumer's right to obtain repair information for their vehicles.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act. Participated in Small Business Administration roundtables on environmental issues and labor issues.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Urged Federal Trade Commission to investigate releases from Honda, Mazda and Kia that appeared to be in violation of the Magnuson-Moss Warrenty Act. Urging FTC to investigate General Motors' attempt to create dexos propriety motor oil. Also asked for congressional support for investigation of General Motors' actions. Supported potential legislation that would ensure a consumer's right to obtain repair information for their vehicles.
Interested in World Trade Organization disputes related to the auto industry. Interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on auto industry. Interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations. Interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impacting the auto industry. Interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto products.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (H.R. 763/S. 603).
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Supported passage of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts. Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online infringement. Intersected in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting iniatives.
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the United States. Expressed concern over notice issued by NHTSA regarding installation of coutnerfeit airbags. Discussing advanced vehicle technologies with various Members of Congress and their committees.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Interested in World Trade Organization disputes related to the auto industry. Interested in free trade agreement negotiations and impact on auto industry. Interested in Customs-related legislation and regulations. Interested in intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting initiatives impacting the auto industry. Interested in domestic and international tariff and non-tariff barriers affecting auto products.
Supported H.R. 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization.
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the United States. Expressed concern over notice issued by NHTSA regarding installation of coutnerfeit airbags.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Discussed and considered position on E-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (H.R. 684, S. 336)
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 903/S. 399) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. Jobs and Premium Protection Act (H.R. 763/S. 603).
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act.
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (H.R. 1449).
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization (S. 1449) affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the United States. Expressed concern over notice issued by NHTSA regarding installation of coutnerfeit airbags.
Supported H.R. 2587, Protecting Jobs from Government Interference Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Supported passage of E-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (S. 1832).
Urged Federal Trade Commission to investigate releases from Honda, Mazda and Kia that appeared to be in violation of the Magnuson-Moss Warrenty Act. Urging FTC to investigate General Motors' attempt to create dexos propriety motor oil. Also asked for congressional support for investigation of General Motors' actions. Supported legislation (H.R. 1449) that would ensure a consumer's right to obtain repair information for their vehicles.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 1744/S. 20) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. 1370 and additional efforts to repeal health insurance tax.
Supported passage of legislation (H.R. 3889) that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts. Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online infringement. Intersected in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act (S. 3804) and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting iniatives.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization (S. 1449) affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the U.S.
Interested in providing advice on Dora round of the World Trade Organization. Interested in initiatives to ensure compliance with commitments made by China on its accession to the WTO. Interested in U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement. Interested in Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement. Interested in tariffs applied to Chinese imports of automotive aftermarket parts. Interested in International Trade Data Systems (ITDS) Concept of Operations. Interested in Customs Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 (S. 1631). Supported IP attaches at U.S. Embassies as provided by the House-passed Foreign Relations Authorization Act (H.R. 2410). Supported protection of IP legislation to counter rogue websites selling counterfeit merchandise.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (H.R. 1449).
Supported passage of legislation (H.R. 3889) that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts. Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online enfringement. Intersected in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act (S. 3804) and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiative.
Urged Federal Trade Commission to investigate releases from Honda, Mazda and Kia that appeared to be in violation of the Magnuson-Moss Warrenty Act. Urging FTC to investigate General Motors' attempt to create dexos propriety motor oil. Also asked for congressional support for investigation of General Motors' actions. Supported legislation (H.R. 1449) that would ensure a consumer's right to obtain repair information for their vehicles.
Supported H.R. 2587, Protecting Jobs from Government Interference Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), SENATE
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Urged Federal Trade Commission to investigate releases from Honda, Mazda and Kia that appeared to be in violation of the Magnuson-Moss Warrenty Act. Urging FTC to investigate General Motors' attempt to create dexos propriety motor oil. Also asked for congressional support for investigation of General Motors' actions. Supported legislation (H.R. 1449) that would ensure a consumer's right to obtain repair information for their vehicles.
Supported H.R. 2587, Protecting Jobs from Government Interference Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization.
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization (S. 1449) affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the U.S.
Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 1744/S. 20) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. 1370 and additional efforts to repeal health insurance tax.
Supported passage of legislation (H.R. 3889) that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts. Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online enfringement. Intersected in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act (S. 3804) and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiative.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (H.R. 1449).
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), SENATE
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization (S. 1449) affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the U.S.
Supported passage of legislation (H.R. 3889) that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts. Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online enfringement. Interseted in Combating Infringement and Counterfeits Act (S. 3804) and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiative.
Urged Federal Trade Commission to investigate releases from Honda, Mazda and Kia that appeared to be in violation of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Urging FTC to investigate General Motors' attempt to create dexos propriety motor oil. Also, asked for congressional support for investigation of General Motors' actions. Supported legislation (H.R. 1449) that would ensure a consumer's right to obtain repair information for their vehicles.
Interested in providing advice on Dora round of the World Trade Organization. Interested in initiatives to ensure compliance with commitments made by China on its accession to the WTO. Interested in U.S. Korea Free Trade Agreement. Interested in Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement. Interested in tariffs applied to Chinese imports of automotive aftermarket parts. Interested in International Trade Data Systems (ITDS) Concept of Operations. Interested in Customs Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 (S. 1631). Supported IP attaches at U.S. Embassies as provided by the House-passed Foreign Relations Authorization Act (H.R. 2410). Supported protection of IP legislation to coutner rogue websites selling counterfeit merchandise.
Support the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 1744/S. 20) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. 1370 and additional efforts to repeal health insurance tax.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate. Supported passage of E-Fairness, The Marketplace Fairness Act (S. 1832).
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (H.R. 1449).
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), SENATE, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC)
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate.
Interested in Int'l Trade Data Systems (ITDS) Concept of Operations. Interested in Customs Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 (S. 1631). Supported IP attaches at U.S. Embassies as provided by the House-passed Foreign Relations Authorization Act (H.R. 2410). Supported protection of IP legislation to counter rogue websites selling counterfeit merchandise.
Supported Association/Small Business Health Plan Legislation. Opposed the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (H.R. 3590/H.R. 3962). Urged repeal of requirements in PPACA for businesses to file 1099 tax form for purchases from any vendor exceeding $600 anually. Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 1744/S. 20) and other offers to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. 1370 and additional efforts to repeal health insurance tax.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (H.R. 1449)
Supported legislation (H.R. 1449) that would ensure a consumer's right to obtain repair information for their vehicles.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), SENATE, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC)
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Supported Association/Small Business Health Plan Legislation. Opposed the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (H.R. 3590/H.R. 3962). Urged repeal of requirements in PPACA for businesses to file 1099 tax form for purchases from any vendor exceeding $600 anually. Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 1744/S. 20) and other offers to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. 1370 and additional efforts to repeal health insurance tax.
Supported H.R. 2587, Protecting Jobs from Government Interference Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization.
Supported legislation (H.R. 1449) that would ensure a consumer's right to obtain repair information for their vehicles.
Interested in Int'l Trade Data Systems (ITDS) Concept of Operations. Interested in Customs Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 (S. 1631). Supported IP attaches at U.S. Embassies as provided by the House-passed Foreign Relations Authorization Act (H.R. 2410). Supported protection of IP legislation to counter rogue websites selling counterfeit merchandise.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), SENATE, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC)
Supported Association/Small Business Health Plan Legislation. Opposed the Patient Protection and Affordable Healthcare Act (H.R. 3590/H.R. 3962). Urged repeal of requirements in Patient Protection and Affordable Healthcare Act for businesses for file 1099 tax form for purchases from any vendor exceeding $600 annually. Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 1744/S. 20) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. 1370 and additional efforts to repeal health insurance tax.
Opposed efforts to eliminate use of LIFO accounting method as part of budget debate.
Supported Extension of SPA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone the implementation of swipe fee reform in Dodd-Franks Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Urged the Federal Trade Commission to investigate releases from Honda that appeared to be in violation of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Urging Federal Trade Commission to investigate General Motors' attempt to create dexos propriety motor oil. Also, asked for congressional support for investigation of General Motors' attempt.
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (H.R. 1449).
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC)
Supported Associaiton/Small Business Health Plan Legislation. Opposed the Patient Protection and Affordable Healthcare Act (H.R. 3590/H.R. 3962). Urged repeal of requirements in Patient Protection and Affordable Healthcare Act for businesses to file 1099 tax form for purchases from any vendor exceeding $600 annually. Supported the American Jobs Protection Act (H.R. 1744/S. 20) and other efforts to eliminate the employer mandate. Supported H.R. 1370 and additional efforts to repeal health insurance tax.
Supported H.R. 2587, Protecting Jobs from Government Interference Act. Opposed National Labor Relations Board actions to compress time for employee decision regarding unionization. Opposed Dept. of Labor proposal to require employer disclosure of legal contacts regarding unionization.
Supported legislation (H.R. 1449) that would ensure consumer's right to obtain repair information for their vehicles.
Opposed provisions in NHTSA Reauthorization (S. 1449) affecting companies importing motor vehicle parts into the U.S.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE
Supported the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (H.R. 1449)
Supported Extension of SBA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone implementation of swie fee reform in Dodd-Franks Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Supported Association/Small Business Health Plan Legislation. Opposed the Patient Protection and Affordable Healthcare Act (H.R. 3590/H.R. 3962). Urged repeal of requirements in Patient Protection and Affordable Healthcare Act for businesses to file 1099 tax form for purchases from any vendor exceeding $600 annually. Supported the American Job Protection Act (H.R. 1744/S. 20) and other efforts to eliminate employer mandate. Supported H.R. 1370 and additional efforts to repeal health insurance tax.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE
Urged the Federal Trade Commission to investigate releases from Honda that appeared to be in violation of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Urging Federal Trade Commission to investigate General Motors' attempt to create dexos propriety motor oil. Also, asked for congressional support for investigation of General Motor's attempt.
Supported Extension of SBA loan program stimulus provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the end of 2010 (H.R. 5297). Opposed Tester-Corker amendment to postpone implementation of swie fee reform in Dodd-Franks Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Supported passage of legislation that would revise patent law to ensure availability of competitive aftermarket cosmetic parts (H.R. 3059/S. 1368). Supported development of legislation to strengthen IPR enforcement measures against online enfringement. Interested in Combating Online Infringement and Counterfeits Act (S. 3804) and Dept. of Justice's anti-counterfeiting initiative.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE