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California Legislation Still Considering Bills on EV Battery Recycling, Storing Cars, More

The California Autobody Association (CAA) released a July update on bills currently under consideration in the state Legislature that could affect the collision repair industry.
Autobody News Staff
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Rhode Island Budget Sets State’s First-Ever EV Registration Fees, Higher Gas Tax

As of July 1, Rhode Island owners of battery electric, plug-in hybrid and hybrid vehicles must pay an extra fee, and the gas tax increased by 3 cents per gallon.
Brian Bradley
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Rhode Island Governor Signs Right to Appraisal Bill

By mandating impartiality, the law seeks to create a more equitable claims resolution process for Rhode Island drivers.
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OEMs, Repairers, Aftermarket Sound Off on Slimmed-Down Maine Right to Repair Bill

OEMs love it. Independent repairers and the aftermarket despise it. The bill, which no longer requires a standardized data access platform, awaits the governor's signature.
Brian Bradley
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Kentucky Insurers Must Use Kelley Blue Book or J.D. Power for Total Loss Valuations

The regulation clears up confusion created when J.D. Power bought NADA Guides, which were still referenced in Kentucky legislation.
Autobody News Staff
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National Survey Finds Consumers Overwhelmingly Support National Right to Repair Law

A new poll commissioned by the CAR Coalition showed 84% of Republicans and 82% of Democrats back the REPAIR Act.
Autobody News Staff
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Waymo Seeks First-Ever AV Testing Permit in NYC

Launching the self-driving service in New York City will require a change to the law currently prohibiting fully driverless operations.
Autobody News Staff
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Maine Right to Repair Bill Strikes Data Platform Provision, Goes to Governor for Signature

The bill requires automakers to make repair procedures and data available, but not on a standardized platform.
Brian Bradley
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Throwing Stones to Take Down a Giant: Texas Right to Appraisal Now Law

Effective Sept. 1, all auto policies will include the right to invoke an independent appraisal in the event of a dispute.
Leona Scott
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Connecticut Law to Shift Arbitration Cost to Insurers

Though the cost for insurers is only estimated to be up to $50,000 a year, lawmakers hope it incentivizes quicker settlements.
Autobody News Staff

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