Legislation to Watch
Advocating for the Success of Independent Automotive Repair Shops and Tire Dealers
Legislation can significantly impact the operations and profitability of repair shops, tire stores, and distributors of industry related products. Laws and regulations affect multiple types of services a small business can offer, ex; technician training and certification, in addition to the equipment and tools that a shop must use. Staying informed and engaged in the legislative process will provide owners the tools to monitor laws and regulations affecting their businesses to be fair, reasonable, and support the continued growth of our industry. While it is time consuming and difficult for business owners to keep track of every bill introduced, and new regulations that arise, we can help you be compliant and avoid penalties and fines. The ASTA staff works hard to provide you with the information you need to stay informed.
If you see a “Call to Action” alert from us, please read and respond to enable proper legislative action in our lobbying needs to support you!
Compliance and Support
While it is time consuming and difficult for business owners to keep track of every bill introduced, and new regulations that arise, ASTA can help you be compliant and avoid penalties and fines. The ASTA staff works hard to provide you with the information you need to stay informed.
Call to Action
The ASTA will be bringing you up-to-date government affairs information as the ’23 General Assembly Session continues. We will be monitoring and advocating legislatively to assist and promote the integrity and profitability for your business.
Government Affairs and Legislative Information
Past, Current, and Future initiatives
Who Represents Me?
What about my business?
Vehicle & Transportation Law Changes
Summaries of Various
Scrap Tire Program
Scrap tire enhancement changes
Clarification on Bills
Vehicle Repair/Dealers/Inspection
Catalytic Converters
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Statement Required
Vehicle repair estimate and disclosure statement required
News & Articles

Submit Your Nominations for the First Annual ASTA Member Awards
We are looking for the best of the best! It's time for our first annual ASTA Member Awards Dinner, to be held as the Grand Finale of the Fueling Connections Networking event in Charlotte, NC on April 21st, 2023. We would like to ask for nominations for the following...

How to Safely Work on EVs: Essential Training, Proper Equipment, and Expert Tips
Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more common on the roads, and as a result, more technicians are being called upon to work on them

Submit Your Nominations for the First Annual ASTA Member Awards
We are looking for the best of the best! It's time for our first annual ASTA Member Awards Dinner, to be held as the Grand Finale of the Fueling Connections Networking event in Charlotte, NC on April 21st, 2023. We would like to ask for nominations for the following...

Resolve to Stay Informed on Right to Repair legislation in 2023
As an independent repair shop owner or industry professional, you know firsthand the importance of access to diagnostic and repair information. Without it, you're at a disadvantage compared to automakers and authorized dealerships, which can limit your ability to...
Submit Your Nominations for the First Annual ASTA Member Awards
We are looking for the best of the best! It's time for our first annual ASTA Member Awards Dinner, to be held as the Grand Finale of the Fueling Connections Networking event in Charlotte, NC on April 21st, 2023. We would like to ask for nominations for the following...