Autobody Legislation

Access news on recent legislation affecting the collision industry, including state and federal laws that impact operational, safety, and environmental standards.

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ABAT Raising Funds to Target Right to Appraisal Bill in Texas in 2025

The Auto Body Association of Texas is preparing for a 2025 legislative battle to ensure consumers have a fair assessment of repairs.
Leona Scott
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Legislation Delays FTC Rule Aimed at Ending Auto Shopping Deception

The CARS Rule, focused on reducing bait-and-switch advertising and hidden junk fees, is now set to go into effect in 2025.
Autobody News Staff
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Michigan Bill Aims to Ease Burden on Auto Repair Shops

The proposed bill would simplify the operational and regulatory burdens faced by auto repair shops in Michigan.
Autobody News Staff
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California Governor Vetoes Bill Incentivizing Converting ICE Cars to Zero-Emission

Senate Bill 301 would have provided up to $4,000 to California residents converting eligible fuel-powered vehicles to a zero-emission powertrain.
Autobody News Staff
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New State Laws Address Insurer Bad Faith, Non-Functioning Airbags, Steering of Work

Several states around the U.S. have passed or are still considering bills that will affect collision repairers.
John Yoswick
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Rhode Island Senate Passes Pro-OEM Parts Bill

The bill extends the age of a vehicle for which insurers can refuse to pay for non-OEM parts to complete repairs.
Autobody News Staff
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North Carolina Raises Auto Liability Coverage Minimums for 2025

The new coverage requirements will place the state's among the highest in the U.S., and are projected to raise rates 5% for some drivers.
Autobody News Staff
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Kentucky Auto Glass Law Curbs Rebates, Preserves Zero-Dollar Deductibles

The new law is similar to one passed in Florida last year, ending assignment of benefits.
Autobody News Staff
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Virginia Backtracks on California's EV Mandate

The state's previous Democratic governor adopted California's emissions standards, a move the current Republican leader has been trying to undo.
Autobody News Staff
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Michigan Bill Proposes Harsher Penalties for Loud Car Modifications

The proposed law would penalize both the drivers of excessively loud vehicles and those who modified them.
Autobody News Staff

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