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From ASCCA Legislative Advocate, Jack Molodanof The 2022 legislative session ended late Thursday night, August 31.  The Governor has until September 30 to sign or veto bills on his desk.  Below is a list of key bills we tracked this year.  We will continue to monitor bills on Governor's desk and report.   Click here to view

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The Automotive Service Councils of California is proud to announce a new corporate partnership with Shop Boss Shop Management. Shop Boss is a leading shop management software for independent auto repair shops. Meticulously designed by a former shop owner, the functions of this auto repair shop software facilitate smooth day-to-day operations for shop owners and technicians. Integrated features such as an auto repair labor guide, estimating, parts ordering, markup calculator, and customer self-check-in are essential to running a successful shop in the modern age.   “It’s a real privilege to work with Mike DelaCruz and Shop Boss Shop Management.  Having worked with Mike for many years, I am confident in the value and trust he and Shop Boss will bring to ASCCA and its members”, says John Eppstein, a past President of ASCCA. With Shop Boss, these cutting-edge features and more all live in one convenient, web-based application fo ... read more

From ASCCA Legislative Advocate, Jack Molodanof FYI.  Some good news with regard to the catalytic converter theft bills heard in the both the Senate and Assembly Appropriation Committees (Suspense file).   The two most controversial catalytic converter bills (AB 2407 & AB 2682) were held in committee and are not moving this year.  The three (3) remaining catalytic converter theft bills, AB 1740, SB 986 and SB 1087 passed and will be heard on the floor in the next couple of weeks.  Below is the summary of the bills.   Click here to view

From ASCCA Legislative Advocate, Jack Molodanof: Below is a summary of my notes from the BAR Advisory Group Committee meeting and Vehicle Safety Inspection Program Regulatory Workshop that took place in Sacramento on July 21, 2022.  ________________________   BAR Advisory Group Committee Meeting    Introductions. BAR Chief, Patrick Dorais made opening comments that included, BAR celebrating 50 years as Bureau and introduced BAR staff in the audience.  Members of the BAR Advisory Group Committee introduced themselves.    DCA News & Updates.  The Governor signed bill allowing for government entities to continue remote meetings along with in-person as long as specified guidelines followed. The DCA representative provided updates on new DCA staff.     Legislative Bill and BAR Regulations Update.      Legislative bill update included summary of the following: AB 646-Expunged Convicti ... read more

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From ASCCA Legislative Advocate, Jack Molodanof Below is the legislative report. The legislature is on summer recess and will reconvene on August 1, 2022.  When the legislature returns, we expect a flurry of activity including the controversial "gut and amend" legislation, (when amendments to a bill remove the current contents in the entirety and replace them with different provisions).  Click here to view

From ASCCA Legislative Advocate, Jack Molodanof Below is the legislative update. Some bills were amended and have been added to the list, while other bills have died and have been removed from the list.  The catalytic converter theft bills have been narrowed down to five. The legislature is expected to approve a state budget by June 15 deadline. Will continue to monitor and report.  Click here to view

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The Automotive Service Councils of California (ASCCA) is proud to announce a new corporate partnership with ACAT Global Inc. Available for domestic and import vehicles, ACAT Global’s Metallic Series Catalytic Converters are US federal compliant and also California Air Resources Board (CARB) compliant for many applications under the Executive Orders published on the CARB website.  “Our American-made metallic substrate catalytic converters meet both federal and California emission requirements yet cost much less than those currently on the market,” said Joe Moch, CEO of ACAT Global. “A local shop can easily replace an OEM catalytic converter with one of ours if a unit no longer functions or was stolen,”  ACAT Global manufactures sophisticated catalytic converters for internal combustion engine (ICE) applications worldwide. The company’s proprietary technology is engineered for the most demanding on and off-road pe ... read more

The ASCCA is pleased to call for nominations for seats open on the 2023 Board of Directors. Participation on the ASCCA Board of Directors is a unique opportunity for automotive repair professionals to help guide the state's largest organization of independent auto shop owners in shaping the future of the industry and building a stronger industry. Board participation is a chance to grow personally and professionally, and to develop skills, experience and connections with a team of other passionate and motivated professionals.  Applications are due on or before August 1.  Click here for the nomination application

From ASCCA Legislative Advocate, Jack Molodanof The catalytic converter bills are starting to narrow down.  A couple of catalytic converter bills failed and others were not heard. The next big hurdle for all bills is the Appropriations Committee, where the fiscal impact is determined. We will continue to monitor and report. Click here to view