MEREDITH KLING

Discussed issues related to the implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act (P.L. No: 117-167); highlighted manufacturing investments as part of a recent business acquisition.

Motor Vehicle Safety- advancements in technology and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems; Discussed issues concerning the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair Act (H.R. 1566/S. 1379).

Discussed issues related to international trade including the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), and tariffs, including, Section 232 tariffs, Section 301 tariffs and IEEPA tariffs.

Discussed issues related to international trade including the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), and tariffs, including, Section 232 tariffs, Section 301 tariffs and IEEPA tariffs.

Motor Vehicle Safety- advancements in technology and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems; Discussed issues concerning the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair Act (H.R. 906); Discussed issues related to the Department of Commerces Securing the Information and Communications Technology and Services Supply Chain: Connected Vehicles rule.

Discussed issues related to the implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act (P.L. No: 117-167) and the Inflation Reduction Act (P.L No: 117-169); highlighted manufacturing investments as part of a recent business acquisition.

Motor Vehicle Safety- advancements in technology and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems; Discussed issues concerning the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair Act (H.R. 906); Discussed issues related to the Commerce Department's Rule to Secure Connected Vehicle Supply Chain.

Discussed issues related to research and development (R&D) tax amortization (the deductibility of research and experimental expenditures), the American Innovation Jobs Act (S. 866); the American Innovation and R&D Competitiveness Act of 2025 (H.R. 1990). Discussed issues related to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) extension, R&D expensing, and international tax policy issues relevant within the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1).

Motor Vehicle Safety- advancements in technology and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems; Light Vehicle Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian AEB Final Rule; Advanced Impaired Driving Prevention Technology (ANPRM); Motor Vehicle Safety provisions in Infrastructure and Investment in Jobs Act (IIJA) (P.L. 117-58), Driver Monitoring and Occupant Monitoring Systems and ongoing concerns and research related to these technologies; Discussed issues concerning the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair Act (H.R. 906); Discussed issues related to the Commerce Department's Rule to Secure Connected Vehicle Supply Chain.

Discussed issues related to research and development (R&D) tax amortization (the deductibility of research and experimental expenditures) and the American Innovation Jobs Act (S. 866); the American Innovation and R&D Competitiveness Act of 2025 (H.R. 1990) and the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 (H.R. 7024, S.A. 3200). Discussed issues related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (P.L. 117-169); Discussed issues related to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) extension, and other related tax policy issues relevant within the 2025 budget reconciliation package.

Motor Vehicle Safety- advancements in technology and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems; Light Vehicle Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian AEB Final Rule, Advanced Impaired Driving Prevention Technology (ANPRM); Motor Vehicle Safety provisions in Infrastructure and Investment in Jobs Act (IIJA) (P.L. 117-58), Driver Monitoring and Occupant Monitoring Systems and ongoing concerns and research related to these technologies; Discussed issues concerning the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair Act (H.R. 906); Discussed issues related to the Commerce Department's Proposed Rule to Secure Connected Vehicle Supply Chain.

Discussed issues related to research and development (R&D) tax amortization (the deductibility of research and experimental expenditures) and the American Innovation Jobs Act (S. 866); the American Innovation and R&D Competitiveness Act of 2023 (H.R. 2673) and the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act (H.R. 7024). Discussed issues related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (P.L. 117-169); Discussed issues related to the Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Credit (48C) Program.

Discussed issues related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (P.L. 117-169); Discussed issues related to the Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Credit (48C) Program. Discussed issues pertaining to hydrogen and fuel cell technology; Discussed implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and opportunities related to hydrogen.

Motor Vehicle Safety- advancements in technology and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems; Light Vehicle Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian AEB Final Rule, Advanced Impaired Driving Prevention Technology (ANPRM); Motor Vehicle Safety provisions in Infrastructure and Investment in Jobs Act (IIJA) (P.L. 117-58), Driver Monitoring and Occupant Monitoring Systems and ongoing concerns and research related to these technologies; Discussed issues concerning the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair Act (H.R. 906); Discussed issues related to the Commerce Department's Proposed Rule to Secure Connected Vehicle Supply Chain.

Discussed issues related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (P.L. 117-169); Discussed issues pertaining to hydrogen and fuel cell technology; Discussed implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and opportunities related to hydrogen.

Discussed issues related to the implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act (P.L. No: 117-167) and the Inflation Reduction Act (P.L No: 117-169).

Discussed issues related to research and development (R&D) tax amortization (the deductibility of research and experimental expenditures) and the American Innovation Jobs Act (S. 866); the American Innovation and R&D Competitiveness Act of 2023 (H.R. 2673) and the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act (H.R. 7024). Discussed issues related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (P.L. 117-169).

Discussed issues related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (P.L. 117-169); Discussed issues pertaining to hydrogen and fuel cell technology; Discussed implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and opportunities related to hydrogen.

Discussed funding opportunities included in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) (P.L. No: 117-58); Issues related to the FY 2024 RAISE Transportation Discretionary Grant Program.

Discussed issues related to research and development (R&D) tax amortization (the deductibility of research and experimental expenditures) and the American Innovation Jobs Act (S. 866); the American Innovation and R&D Competitiveness Act of 2023 (H.R. 2673) and the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act (H.R. 7024). Discussed issues related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (P.L. 117-169).

Discussed issues related to research and development (R&D) tax amortization (the deductibility of research and experimental expenditures) and the American Innovation Jobs Act (S. 866) and American Innovation and R&D Competitiveness Act of 2023 (H.R. 2673). Discussed issues related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (P.L. 117-169)

Implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (P.L. 117-169) Discussed issues pertaining to the Hydrogen & Fuel Cell technology; Discussed implementation of the Infrastructure & Investment in Jobs Act and opportunities related to hydrogen.

Issues related to the implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act (P.L. 117-167). Discussed general topics related to semiconductors.

Implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (H.R. 5376), Discussed issues pertaining to the Hydrogen & Fuel Cell technology; Discussed issues pertaining to 45V- Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit. Discussed implementation of the Infrastructure & Investment in Jobs Act and opportunities related to hydrogen.

Discussed issues related to the R&D tax amortization, American Innovation Jobs Act (S. 866). Discussed issues related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (H.R. 5376).

Implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (H.R. 5376), Discussed issues pertaining to the Hydrogen & Fuel Cell technology; Discussed issues pertaining to 45V- Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit.

Discussed issues related to the R&D tax amortization, American Innovation Jobs Act (S. 866). Discussed issues related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (H.R. 5376).

Issues related to the implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act (P.L. 117-167).

Provided comments related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (H.R. 5376), Discussed issues pertaining to the Hydrogen & Fuel Cell technology; Discussed issues pertaining to 45V- Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit.

Discussed issues related to the R&D tax amortization, American Innovation Jobs Act (S. 866). Discussed issues related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (H.R. 5376).

Discussed issues related to the R&D tax amortization (American Innovation and R&D Competitiveness Act (H.R. 1304); American Innovation Jobs Act (S. 749); Supported inclusion of a four-year delay of the R&D tax amortization provision within the 2023 Omnibus Appropriations bill (H.R. 2617). Provided comments related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (H.R. 5376), concerning Residential Commercial Buildings and Energy Generation Credits.

Provided comments related to the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) (H.R. 5376), concerning Residential Commercial Buildings and Energy Generation Credits.

Supported Senate ratification of the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol.

Discussed the American Data Privacy and Protection Act (ADPPA) (H.R. 8152)

Section 232 steel tariffs; Exclusion requests for Section 232 steel tariffs; availability of domestic steel.

Issues pertaining to Congressional oversight of anti-counterfeiting efforts, INFORM Consumers act (S. 936) and the SHOP SAFE Act (H.R. 3429). America COMPETES Act of 2022 (H.R. 4521) / U.S. Innovation and Competition Act (S. 1260).

Supported Senate ratification of the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol.

Discussed issues related to the R&D tax amortization (American Innovation and R&D Competitiveness Act (H.R. 1304); American Innovation Jobs Act (S. 749); Supported inclusion of a four-year delay of the R&D tax amortization provision within the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act (S.1260) and America COMPETES Act of 2022 (H.R. 4521).

Section 301 tariffs on imports from China; Exclusions for Section 301 tariffs on imports from China; Section 232 steel tariffs; Exclusion requests for Section 232 steel tariffs; availability of domestic steel, alignment of global supply chains.

Issues pertaining to Congressional oversight of anti-counterfeiting efforts, including ways to increase cooperation and information sharing between relevant government agencies and the private sector, and ensure that consumers understand the basic identification and contact information for third-party sellers of consumer products on online marketplaces; INFORM Consumers act (S. 936) and the SHOP SAFE Act (H.R. 3429). America COMPETES Act of 2022 (H.R. 4521)

Section 301 tariffs on imports from China; Exclusions for Section 301 tariffs on imports from China; Section 232 steel tariffs; Exclusion requests for Section 232 steel tariffs; availability of domestic steel, alignment of global supply chains.

Informational briefing on hydrogen and fuel cell technology.

Discussed issues related to the R&D tax amortization (American Innovation and R&D Competitiveness Act (H.R. 1304); American Innovation Jobs Act (S. 749); Supported inclusion of a four-year delay of the R&D tax amortization provision within Congressional reconciliation negotiations, and inclusion of the 48C provision to incentivize plant retooling to meet the technical needs to support electric vehicle and alternative vehicle technology manufacturing; Supported retention of the Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) exception in current tax law under the Base Erosion and Anti-Abuse Tax (BEAT). Electric Bicycle Incentive Kickstart for the Environment (E-BIKE) Act (H.R. 1019) to expand access to alternative transportation options for Americans; HR 5376 - Build Back Better / Budget Reconciliation bill.

Discussed issues related to the R&D tax amortization (American Innovation and R&D Competitiveness Act (HR 1304); American Innovation Jobs Act (S. 749); Supported inclusion of a four-year delay of the R&D tax amortization provision within Congressional reconciliation negotiations, and inclusion of the 48C provision to incentivize plant retooling to meet the technical needs to support electric vehicle and alternative vehicle technology manufacturing; Supported retention of the Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) exception in current tax law under the Base Erosion and Anti-Abuse Tax (BEAT). Electric Bicycle Incentive Kickstart for the Environment (E-BIKE) Act (HR 1019) to expand access to alternative transportation options for Americans.

Meeting to discuss Bosch pending request for waiver under FCC Ultra-wideband rules.

Discussed issues related to the restriction of certain Non-Immigrant visas and new requirements concerning H1-B visas.

Discussed issues related to R&D tax amortization (American Innovation and R&D Competitiveness Act, H.R. 1304; American Innovation and Jobs Act, S.749).

Section 301 tariffs on imports from China; Exclusions for Section 301 tariffs on imports from China; Section 232 steel tariffs; Exclusion requests for Section 232 steel tariffs; tariffs related to the U.S. WTO Rights in Large Civil Aircraft dispute (Airbus Tariffs); alignment of global supply chains.

Discussed issues related to the restriction of certain Non-Immigrant visas and new requirements concerning H1-B visas.

Meeting to Discuss Bosch Request for Waiver Under FCC UltrawideBand Rules

Discussed issues related to R&D tax amortization (American Innovation and R&D Competitiveness Act, H.R. 1304; American Innovation and Jobs Act, S.749).

Support of the Electric Bicycle Incentive Kickstart for the Environment (E-BIKE) Act, H.R. 1019.

Discussed issues related to the restriction of certain Non-Immigrant visas and new requirements concerning H1-B visas.

Discussed issues related to R&D tax amortization (American Innovation and R&D Competitiveness Act, H.R. 1304; American Innovation and Jobs Act, S.749).

Discussed issues related to R&D tax amortization (American Innovation and Competitiveness Act, H.R. 4549); pro-business tax provisions included in federal stimulus legislation.

Discussed issues related to the restriction of certain Non-Immigrant visas and new requirements concerning H1-B visas.

Issues pertaining to Congressional oversight of anti-counterfeiting efforts, including ways to increase cooperation and information sharing between relevant government agencies and the private sector; Support of the INFORM Consumers Act (S. 3431/ H.R. 7756), and the SHOP SAFE Act of 2020 (H.R. 6058).

Discussed issues related to R&D tax amortization (American Innovation and Competitiveness Act, H.R. 4549); pro-business tax provisions included in federal stimulus legislation.

Discussed issues related to the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and Automotive Rules of Origin / Automotive Chapter, the Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) and Labor Value Content (LVC) requirements; Section 232 tariffs on aluminum; Section 232 steel tariffs; Exclusion requests for Section 232 steel tariffs; China Section 301 tariffs and China Section 301 product exclusion requests; tariffs related to the U.S. WTO Rights in Large Civil Aircraft dispute (Airbus Tariffs).

Discussed issues related to Section 232 Auto Investigation concerning imported automobiles and automotive parts; US Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and Automotive Rules of Origin / Automotive Chapter, the Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) and Labor Value Content (LVC) requirements; Section 232 tariffs on aluminum; Section 232 steel tariffs; Exclusion requests for Section 232 steel tariffs; China Section 301 tariffs and China Section 301 product exclusion requests; Tariffs Related to the U.S. WTO Rights in Large Civil Aircraft dispute (Airbus Tariffs).

Discussed issues related to R&D amortization (American Innovation and Competitiveness Act- H.R. 4549), including implementing regulations and agency guidance; pro-business tax provisions include in Federal stimulus legislation; modifications to Section 385 Regulations.

Discussed issues related to R&D tax credit and amortization (American Innovation and Competitiveness Act), including implementing regulations and agency guidance; business relevant tax provisions include in Federal stimulus legislation (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act - CARES Act).

Discussed issues related to Section 232 Auto Investigation concerning imported automobiles and automotive parts; US Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) and Automotive Rules of Origin / Automotive Chapter; Section 232 steel tariffs; Exclusion requests for Section 232 steel tariffs; China Section 301 tariffs and China Section 301 product exclusion requests; Tariffs Related to the U.S. WTO Rights in Large Civil Aircraft dispute (Airbus Tariffs).

Discussed issues concerning smart cities technology and driver assistance systems to support truck platooning testing and deployment.

Supported continued funding of the Department of Energys Office of Fossil Energy, Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) program.

Discussed issues related to R&D tax credit and amortization, including implementing regulations and agency guidance.

Demonstrated support of the Department of Energys federal appliance program, and highlighted its benefits for the US market and economy. Discussed Boschs commitment to climate policy and sustainability.

Discussed issues related to R&D tax credit and amortization, including implementing regulations and agency guidance.

Discussed issues related to Section 232 Auto Investigation; US Mexico Canada Agreement and Automotive Rules of Origin / Automotive Chapter; Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs; Exclusion requests for Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs; IEEPA tariffs on Mexico; China Section 301 tariffs and China Section 301 product exclusion requests.

Advocated for FAST Act funding for the Federal Lands Transportation Program (FLTP); the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP); and to enhance and expand the Bike Safety Data and Analysis collection.

Discussed issues related to Section 232 Auto Investigation; US Mexico Canada Agreement and Automotive Rules of Origin / Automotive Chapter; Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs; Exclusion requests for Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs; IEEPA tariffs on Mexico; China Section 301 tariffs and China Section 301 exclusion requests; Congressional Trade Authority Act - S. 287, HR 940; Trade Security Act - S. 365, HR 1008.

Discussed issues related to Automated Vehicles (AV) and related technology including on-road testing by suppliers; Motor Vehicle Safety - advancements in technology and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems; Motorcycle Safety and advancements in technology; U.S. New Car Assessment Program (US NCAP)/ Vehicle 5-Star Rating; Vehicle Cybersecurity; Section 232 investigation concerning imported automobiles and automotive parts.

Discussed issues related to Section 232 Auto Investigation; US Mexico Canada Agreement and Automotive Rules of Origin / Automotive Chapter; Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs; Exclusion requests for Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs; IEEPA tariffs on Mexico; China Section 301 tariffs and China Section 301 exclusion requests; Congressional Trade Authority Act - S. 287, HR 940; Trade Security Act - S. 365, HR 1008.

Discussed issues related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, including energy conservation standards for certain appliances.

Discussed issues related to AV legislation; Section 232 auto investigation; automated vehicle testing; Voluntary Safety Self Assessment; US New Car Assessment Program and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems.

Discussed issues related to Section 232 Auto Investigation; Section 301 China Tariffs; Bicameral Congressional Trade Authority Act - S. 287, HR 940; Trade Security Act - S. 365, HR 1008; USMCA Negotiations and Automotive Rules of Origin / Automotive Chapter; Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs; Exclusion requests for Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs; Exclusion requests for China 301 tariffs.

Discussed issues related to updates of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards; AV START Act - S. 1885 and Self Drive Act(HR 3388); Automated Vehicles testing and deployment; Vehicle Cybersecurity; Section 232 Investigation on Imported Automobiles and Auto Parts; NHTSA automated vehicles guidance; New Car Assessment Program; Proposed changes to FMVSS No. 108; Fuel efficiency and vehicle emissions- Safer Affordable Fuel Efficient (SAFE) Vehicles NPRM

Discussed issues related to NAFTA renegotiation; NAFTA Automotive Rules of Origin; Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs; Section 232 investigation on automobile and automotive parts; Section 301 China tariffs; U.S.-EU trade negotiations; Impacts of trade action on U.S. automotive industry

Discussed issues related to Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) table saw rulemaking

Discussed issues related to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards; AV START Act - S. 1885; Automated Vehicles testing and deployment; motorcycle safety; Vehicle Cybersecurity;SELF Drive Act (HR 3388); Section 232 Investigation on Imported Automobiles and Auto Parts

Discussed issues related to NAFTA renegotiation; NAFTA Automotive Rules of Origin; Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs; Section 232 investigation on automobile and automotive parts; Section 301 China tariffs; U.S.-EU trade negotiations; Impacts of trade action on U.S. automotive industry

Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) table saw rulemaking; CPSC nominations

Discussed issues related to power tool technology that limits silica dust exposure.

Discussed issues related to: NAFTA renegotiation; NAFTA Auto Rules of Origin; Section 232 Auto and Automotive parts; Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs; Section 301 tariffs

Discussed issues related to: Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA); vehicle emissions regulations; vehicle fuel economy regulations; EPA off cycle credits

Discussed issues related to: Tax extenders for "orphan technologies" including geothermal heat pumps (Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 - H.R. 1892); Tax credit for renewable energy technologies

Discussed issues related to: AV START Act - S. 1885; Vehicle Cybersecurity, Automated Driving; Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Emissions standards and Off-Cycle Credits; Automotive Fuel Economy; Driver Assistance Systems- Advanced Safety Technology,

Discussed issues related to: Update on Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) table saw rulemaking; CPSC Portable Generator Rule

Discussed issues related to: Corporate Tax Reform (Tax Cuts and Jobs Act H.R. 1); Tax credit for renewable energy technologies

Discussed issues related to: NAFTA Renegotiation; Section 232 Investigations on Steel and Aluminum

Discussed issues related to: NAFTA Renegotiation; Section 232 Investigations on Steel and Aluminum

Discussed issues related to: Automated Vehicles(AV)Legislation H.R. 3388 and Senate 1885; Federal Automated Vehicles Guidance; Vehicle Electrification; Crash Avoidance Technology; Automotive Cybersecurity

Discussed issues related to: Corporate Tax Reform; Border Adjustment Tax

Discussed issues with proposed Boarder Adjustment Tax

Discussed issues related to: NAFTA Renegotiation

Discussed issues related to: Automated Vehicles(AV); Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

Discussed issues related to: CPSC table saw rulemaking

Discussed issues with proposed Boarder Adjustment Tax

Discussed Issues related to: eBike technology & mobility

Energy Efficiency Regulations; 2017 Energy Legislation

Discussed Issues related to: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Table Saw Performance Regulation & Rule making

Discussed Issues related to: eBike technology & mobility

Energy Efficiency Regulations; 2017 Energy Legislation

Discussed Issues related to: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Table Saw Performance Regulation & Rule making

Discussed Issues related to: Transportation and Bike Infrastructure; E-Mobility & E-Bikes

Discussed Issues related to: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Table Saw Rulemaking and Performance Regulation

ENERGY STAR Program, energy efficient technology

Automated vehicles, Geothermal Tax Credits, Connected Thermostats & other technology, Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Table Saw Rulemaking and Performance Regulation Cybersecurity in homes, cars, and smart city applications

Automated vehicles, Geothermal Tax Credits, Connected Thermostats & other technology, Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Table Saw Rulemaking and Performance Regulation Cybersecurity in homes, cars, and smart city applications

Automated vehicles, Geothermal Tax Credits, Connected Thermostats & other technology, Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Table Saw Rulemaking and Performance Regulation Cybersecurity in homes, cars, and smart city applications

Promoted Bosch technologies relative to Crash Avoidance Technology; Driver Assistance Systems; Pedestrian AEB Systems; eCall technology; Smart City Challenge technologies Issues related to Guidelines for Automated Vehicles, Pedestrian AEB; New Car Assessment Program (NCAP); Crash Avoidance Ratings; Alternator Efficiency Discussions with US Senate and House members on Automotive and R&D projects, Driver Assistance Systems (DAS), New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), Automated Driving, Vehicle Cybersecurity

Discussions with US Senate on geothermal tax credits Education and Promotion of new Product Labeling; Connected Thermostats Discussion with White House on energy efficient low-income school projects

Invited Members of House Bike Caucus to eBike Ride and Drive at the National Bike Summit in Washington DC Discussion of eBike technology with Rep Anna Eshoo

Promoted HR 2412 - New Energy for America Act - an extension of the geothermal investment tax credit

Advocated for Department of Energy Research and Development funding of off road vehicle technology Education and promotion of DC Microgrid technology Advocated for performance-based conventional oven test procedures

Invited Members of House Bike Caucus to eBike Ride and Drive at the National Bike Summit in Washington DC Discussion of eBike technology with Rep Anna Eshoo

Engaged and Educated NHTSA on Bosch technologies relative to advanced driver assistance systems, automated vehicles, Human Machine interface programs, new car assessment programs (NCAP), Pre-Crash Seat Actuation technology from ED, and cybersecurity; Requested update from NHTSA on Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), outreach to suppliers for NHTSA safety event; Meeting with NTSB Vice Chairman on crash avoidance, driver assistance programs, NCAP, pedestrian safety and event data recorders; Discussions with the Senate Commerce, Science & Transp. Committee, and US Senate and House members on Automated Vehicles; House Energy and Commerce Committee - Subcommittee briefing on Diesel Emissions; Discussion with Sen. Tim Scott on crash avoidance tech., S. Carolina activity and AEB; Briefed Sen Gary Peters on vehicle cybersecurity products/solutions

Spectrum allocation issues regarding certain consumer technologies, relative to the availability of the frequency band 77-81 GHz for automotive radar systems. Notice of Proposed Rule Making in Docket 15-26 and calls to FCC Chairman's office regarding timing of release of document. Filed finalized comments electronically with FCC in Docket 14-166 rulemaking proceeding dealing with spectrum for wireless microphones (for Security Systems).

Promotion of energy efficiency programs and energy conservation standards; promotion of home appliance products; pursued funding for R&D programs, promotion of thermotechnology products; energy efficiency legislation; and policies that support the implementation of net zero buildings. Supported passage of S. 525/H.R. 2126, the Energy Efficiency Improvement Act of 2015

Issues related to automated driving: Advanced Crash Avoidance Technologies and Test Procedures; Vehicle fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions; Advanced diesel powered vehicles/alternative fuel vehicles and manufacturing; electric vehicles and electric vehicle charging; transportation reauthorization - highway bill. Pursued funding for R&D programs; vehicle-to-vehicle communications; electronic control systems safety and security. Issues related to alternative vehicle technologies and alternative fuel vehicles.

Foreign direct investment; international tax rules for U.S. subsidiaries; Federal fuel taxes. Raised awareness on vehicle emissions technology and fuel efficiency technology.

Foreign direct investment; Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP).

Issues related to fuel taxation for the Highway Trust Fund; Issues related to the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards; Medium and heavy duty fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions; Highway Bill - Surface Transportation Reauthorization. Developing a Reliable and Innovative Vision for the Economy (DRIVE) Act; S. 1732, the Comprehensive Transportation and Consumer Protection Act of 2015

Raised awareness of investment tax credit for geothermal HVAC systems. Issues related to federal fuel tax parity for diesel fund. Raised awareness on vehicle emissions technology and fuel efficiency technology.

HR 22 - Developing a Reliable and Innovative Vision for the Economy (DRIVE) Act; S. 1732, the Comprehensive Transportation and Consumer Protection Act of 2015; event data recorders; crash avoidance technologies and listing of systems on vehicle label; Issues related to automated driving: Advanced Crash Avoidance Technologies and Driver Assistance Systems; Test Procedures for driver assistance systems; U.S. New Car Assessment Program and 5 star rating for vehicles. Vehicle fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions; Vehicle-to-vehicle communications; Electronic control systems safety and security. Issues related to vehicle mileage standards (CAFE), fuel economy testing procedures and calculations for new vehicle labels. Issues related to alternative vehicle technologies and alternative fuel vehicles; Advanced diesel powered vehicles/alternative fuel vehicles and manufacturing.

Foreign direct investment; Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP).

Issues related to the implementation of remote patient monitoring technologies.

Issues related to automated driving: Advanced Crash Avoidance Technologies and Test Procedures; New Car Assessment Program; Vehicle fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions; Vehicle-to-vehicle communications; Electronic control systems safety and security. Issues related to vehicle mileage standards (CAFE), fuel economy testing procedures and calculations for new vehicle labels. Issues related to alternative vehicle technologies and alternative fuel vehicles; Advanced diesel powered vehicles/alternative fuel vehicles and manufacturing.

Issues related to automated driving: Advanced Crash Avoidance Technologies and Test Procedures; Vehicle fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions; Advanced diesel powered vehicles/alternative fuel vehicles and manufacturing; electric vehicles and electric vehicle charging; transportation reauthorization - highway bill. Pursued funding for R&D programs; vehicle-to-vehicle communications; electronic control systems safety and security. Issues related to alternative vehicle technologies and alternative fuel vehicles.

Issues related to fuel taxation for the Highway Trust Fund; Medium and heavy duty fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions; transportation (MAP 21) reauthorization - highway bill; funding for bicycling infrastructure and related programs in the highway bill; raised awareness of electric bicycles.

Foreign direct investment; international tax rules for U.S. subsidiaries; Federal fuel taxes. Raised awareness on vehicle emissions technology and fuel efficiency technology.

Spectrum allocation issues regarding certain consumer technologies, relative to the availability of the frequency band 77-81 GHz for automotive radar systems.

Promotion of energy efficiency programs and energy conservation standards; promotion of home appliance products; pursued funding for R&D programs, promotion of thermotechnology products; energy efficiency legislation; and policies that support the implementation of net zero buildings.

Spectrum allocation issues regarding certain consumer technologies, relative to the availability of the frequency band 77-81 GHz for automotive radar systems.

Foreign direct investment; international tax rules for U.S. subsidiaries; Federal fuel taxes. Raised awareness on vehicle emissions technology and fuel efficiency technology.

Issues related to the implementation of remote patient monitoring technologies.

Promotion of energy efficiency programs and energy conservation standards; promotion of home appliance products; pursued funding for R&D programs, including advanced sensors for climate-control systems in connected buildings and energy recovery systems in electric vehicles; promotion of thermotechnology products; Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act; Electromobility options for transportation; alternative energy legislation.

Specific Lobbying Issues: Issues related to automated driving; New Car Assessment Program, Monroney label; Advanced Crash Avoidance Technologies and Test Procedures; Advanced safety technology for medium duty vehicles; Rulemaking on Backover Visibility (FMVSS 111); Modernization of NHTSA vehicle crash database (NASS); Automated driving; Electric vehicles; Vehicle fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions; advanced diesel powered vehicles/alternative fuel vehicles and manufacturing. Pursued funding for R&D programs, including advanced thermal systems for electric vehicles; Issues related to alternative vehicle technologies and alternative fueled vehicles.

Raised awareness on vehicle emissions technology and fuel efficiency technology.

Issues related to automated driving; New Car Assessment Program, Monroney label; Advanced Crash Avoidance Technologies and Test Procedures; Advanced safety technology for medium duty vehicles; Rulemaking on Backover Visibility (FMVSS 111); Modernization of NHTSA vehicle crash database (NASS); Automated driving; Electric vehicles; Vehicle fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions; advanced diesel powered vehicles/alternative fuel vehicles and manufacturing. Pursued funding for R&D programs, including advanced thermal systems for electric vehicles.

Issues related to advanced diesel powered vehicles/alternative fuel vehicles, and manufacturing.

US-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA); Harmonization.

Promotion of energy efficiency programs; promotion of home appliance products; pursued funding for R&D programs, including cybersecurity solutions for energy infrastructure applications; promotion of thermotechnology products; Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act of 2013 (S. 761/ S.1392); Electromobility options for transportation; alternative energy legislation.

Vehicle fuel economy and testing procedures

US-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA); Harmonization.

Raised awareness on vehicle emissions technology.

Supporting reimbursement of Health IT programs; Medicare/Medicaid Issues.

Foreign direct investment; international tax rules for U.S. subsidiaries; Federal fuel taxes.

US-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA); Harmonization.

Supporting reimbursement of Health IT programs; Medicare/Medicaid Issues.

Issues related to automated driving; Regulations pertaining to motorcycle brakes; New Car Assessment Program, Monroney label; Advanced Crash Avoidance Technologies and Test Procedures; Advanced safety technology for medium duty vehicles; Rulemaking on Backover Visibility (FMVSS 111); Modernization of NHTSA vehicle crash database (NASS); Event Data Recorders; Electric vehicles; Vehicle fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions.

Promotion of energy efficiency programs; promotion of home appliance products; pursued funding for R&D programs, including cybersecurity solutions for energy infrastructure applications; promotion of thermotechnology products; Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act of 2013 (S. 761).

Expanding in-home health care monitoring for Veterans.

Supporting reimbursement of Health IT programs; Medicare/Medicaid issues.

Issues related to advanced diesel powered vehicles and advanced hydraulic hybrid vehicle technology.

Expanding in-home health care monitoring for Veterans.

Supporting reimbursement of Health IT programs; Medicare/Medicaid issues.

Issues related to advanced diesel powered vehicles and advanced hydraulic hybrid vehicle technology.

Funding for advanced hydraulic hybrid market incentives. Passage of S. 298; S.734/HR 1367.

Expanding in-home health care monitoring for Veterans.

Supporting reimbursement of Health IT programs; Medicare/Medicaid issues.

Supporting reimbursement of Health IT programs; Medicare/Medicaid issues.

Expanding in-home health care monitoring for Veterans.

Issues related to advanced diesel powered vehicles.

Supported reimburrsement of Health IT programs; Medicaid/Medicare issues

Expanding in-home healthcare monitoring for veterans

H.R. 4321- The Heavy Truck Fairness Act

H.R. 2112 - Department of Transportation National Automotive Sampling System budget

RDT&E opportunities on energy efficiency & renewable energy projects

1) Diesel passenger vehicles - promoted use in federal fleet due to 30% better fuel efficiency / 25% less CO2 emissions 2) Advanced Vehicle Technology Act of 2011 (S. 734; H.r. 1367) - promoted passage by House and Senate