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Auto Care Association State Government Affairs Update: April 24, 2023
What's Moving:
State News This Week
12 states are out of session. Maine is in special session.
Washington state will be adjourning this Sunday, and lawmakers are focused this week on passing legislation as well as on amending existing bills to pass both chambers.
New York lawmakers are currently embroiled in budget negotiations, passing a short stopgap measure to ensure state-paid employees continue to get paid. They have reached a tentative deal around bail reform, however Assembly Democrats are still working on a deal with the Governor's office around housing reform.
Arizona lawmakers will be taking a week off next week, yet will continue to work on the budget and other urgent matters. With the suspension of member Rep. Liz Harris, the GOP does not have the 31st member needed for a party-line vote. However, Governor Hobbs and the GOP-controlled legislature are close to reaching a bipartisan budget deal.
Legislation We're Tracking
We are currently tracking 200 pieces of state legislation for the Auto Care Association and can provide a full list upon request.
Here are the bills we are watching closely:
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Statehouse Automobile Reports
The Ohio Ballot Board unanimously approved a proposal that would increase the minimum wage to $15 an hour. This will now be a ballot measure in the 2024 elections.
Minnesota House Democrats passed a $1 billion climate and energy package that includes provisions around zero greenhouse gas emissions, restrictions on PFAS, and establishing of a green bank. The plan will now move to the Senate.
In Iowa, residents will be up against a $5 million cap in pain and suffering damages in lawsuits that involve trucks or other commercial vehicles. The bill is being sent to the Governor for her signature into law, and would aim to protect trucking businesses against high insurance costs. However, some lawmakers are opposed claiming the bill puts a price on human life and well-being.
For questions, email govaffairs@autocare.org.
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