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July 10, 2026
Auto Care Association Regulatory Update – Monday, July 13, 2026
See rulemaking activity on workforce Pell, chemicals, EPCRA, automated vehicles, and more.
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July 9, 2026
Minnesota PFAS Reporting Deadline: September 15, 2026
Manufacturers must report products with PFAS by Sept. 15, 2026, via PRISM. Extensions due Aug. 16. Don’t wait, review your products and start supplier outreach now.
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July 9, 2026
When Associations Work Together, the Industry Wins
Last week Auto Care Association Director of State Affairs and Grassroots Programs Donovan Ringo traveled to Sacramento to join CAWA — the California Automotive Wholesalers' Association — for its annual Legislative Day, meeting with California Assembly staff to advance Right to Repair and make the case for the automotive aftermarket.
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July 1, 2026
CARB Delays SB 253 Emissions Reporting Deadline
CARB delayed the SB 253 emissions reporting deadline to Nov. 10, giving companies more time to prepare Scope 1 and 2 disclosures, while SB 261 remains on hold pending court review.
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June 26, 2026
Auto Care Association Regulatory Update – Monday, June 29, 2026
See rulemaking activity on chemicals, EPCRA, automated vehicles, and more
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June 22, 2026
Maryland Packaging EPR Takes Effect June 30 Registration Deadline July 1
Maryland's packaging EPR program takes effect June 30, 2026, with a producer registration deadline of July 1. Members with questions should contact MDE directly at mde.epr@maryland.gov or 410-537-3314.
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June 22, 2026
Auto Care Association Regulatory Update – Monday, June 22, 2026
See rulemaking activity on EPR, TBBPA, and more
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June 15, 2026
Act 170 Is Law in Wisconsin: Battery Producers Face a January 2027 Deadline
Wisconsin has enacted a mandatory battery collection and recycling law that takes effect January 1, 2027. Under 2025 Act 170, companies that manufacture, brand, or import covered batteries sold in Wisconsin must join a state-approved battery stewardship organization and fund a statewide collection and recycling program. Compliance timelines are tight, and preparation needs to start now.
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June 12, 2026
Auto Care Association Regulatory Update – Monday, June 15, 2026
See rulemaking activity on hydrofluoric acid, workforce development, Title VI rules for the DOT, and more
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June 12, 2026
California SB 1215 Is in Effect: What You Need to Do Now
California’s SB 1215 now requires a recycling fee on products with non-removable batteries, effective January 1, 2026. The law applies broadly to “covered battery-embedded products” (CBEPs)—items where the battery isn’t easily removable with standard tools. Retailers must collect a 1.5% fee (up to $15) at the point of sale, list it on receipts, and remit it to the state, while keeping a small portion for compliance costs. Manufacturers are responsible for determining which products qualify, labeling them properly, and notifying retailers annually. Non-compliance can halt product sales in California. Bottom line: If you sell or make battery-powered products in California, you need to confirm coverage, collect fees correctly, and ensure all reporting requirements are in place—now. 👉 Action: Audit your products and compliance process today to avoid disruptions.