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CAA’s Sacramento Chapter is Back with Big Plans
Before everything changed in March with the spread of COVID-19, the collision repair industry was rolling along and the economy was good.
California Considers Worker Notification for Virus Exposure
With the coronavirus spreading faster than public health officials can track it, California could become one of the first states to mandate that businesses notify workers and state officials any time an employee has been exposed to the disease.
Elon Musk Says Tesla Will Stay in California, For Now
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said his electric car company’s headquarters will remain in California for the short term.
Senators Advance Bill that Would Shield Nevada Businesses from COVID-19 Liability
State senators, by an overwhelming majority, early Aug. 4 advanced legislation that would extend COVID-19 liability protections to Nevada businesses, nonprofits, schools and governmental agencies while also outlining several measures intended to protect hospitality workers.
CAA Lobbyist Reports California Capitol Still Up and Running
While shops throughout the Golden State are coming up with new ways to survive during the pandemic, things are still happening at the Capitol, according to Jack Molodanof, registered lobbyist for the California Autobody Association (CAA), and president of Molodanof Government Relations.
Proposal Would Grant NV Businesses Legal Immunity from COVID Lawsuits if They Comply With Health Standards
Businesses---but not health facilities---would get immunity from liability for death or injury stemming from COVID-19 if they substantially followed directives aimed at preventing the spread, according to a draft expected to be introduced in the Nevada Legislature’s special session.
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Classic Car Restorer Indicted on Fraud Charges
A Fresno, CA, businessman offering classic car restoration services to the community under the name West Coast Chassis LLC was recently indicted on fraud charges, announced U.S. Attorney McGregor W. Scott recently.
California Democrats, Republicans Propose Alternative Supplemental Unemployment Benefits
Democrats and Republicans in the California legislature are at odds over enhanced unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic.
SCE Announces 2030 Goals for Electrifying Its Vehicle Fleet
By 2030, every passenger car and small-to-midsize SUV in Southern California Edison’s fleet will be electric, the company recently announced.
2020 SEMA Show Still On, Despite Growing Number Of COVID-19 Cases in Nevada
The coronavirus pandemic has canceled a number of auto shows including events in Detroit, New York and Geneva.