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September 30, 2026
Q3 2026: Where Your Interests Showed Up in the States
Q3 2026 state policy recap for auto care: California SB 615 battery registration due Dec. 19, New Mexico PFAS labeling blocked, Oregon comments close Oct. 30, plus seven Auto Care Association filings.
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September 30, 2026
September 2026 in the States: A California Battery Deadline, a Blocked PFAS Label, and Two Filings
September 2026 state policy recap for auto care: comments filed in Washington and New Mexico, a PFAS labeling ruling, a California battery deadline, and New York refrigerant news.
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September 28, 2026
Auto Care Association Regulatory Update – Monday, September 28, 2026
See rulemaking activity on heavy duty standards, mobile air conditioning, coin batteries and more
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August 31, 2026
Auto Care Association Regulatory Update – Monday, August 31, 2026
See rulemaking activity on vehicle inspections and more.
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August 31, 2026
State PFAS Rules Are Now Live: What Aftermarket Members Need to Check
PFAS compliance is here. Four states (Maine, Colorado, Vermont, Connecticut) now restrict certain PFAS-containing automotive cleaning, wax, wash, and appearance products. Minnesota and Washington reporting deadlines are next. Review your obligations before sales are impacted.
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August 17, 2026
New Mexico's PFAS Rule Has Two Deadlines Coming Fast. Here's What Auto Care Members Need to Know.
New Mexico's PFAS rule brings October 2026 and January 2027 deadlines for reporting, labeling, and exemption requests.
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August 17, 2026
Ohio Finalizes Enhanced Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Program Rules, Effective August 21, 2026
Ohio EPA finalized new vehicle inspection and maintenance rules effective Aug. 21, 2026, updating repair waivers, technician certifications, and exemptions.
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August 17, 2026
Auto Care Association Regulatory Update – Monday, August 17, 2026
See rulemaking activity on vehicle inspections and more.
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August 11, 2026
Federal Legislative Update - August 11, 2026
Congress considered several bills of interest before its August district work period.
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August 10, 2026
Auto Care Association Regulatory Update – Monday, August 10, 2026
See rulemaking activity on black mass battery waste and more