Government Action
Government Action
AIA has supported free and fair trade since its 1981 founding. In 2002, AIA became a Segment of AAIA – the established government affairs leader for protecting aftermarket interests. Today AIA continues to monitor and advocate on legislative and regulatory issues that are difficult for our members to weigh in on a daily basis. We work to advance and support issues of interest to AIA members:
WHAT WE DO:
Regulatory and Policy Issues
- SAE Standard J2928 - Rotor/Drum Crack and Strength Dynamometer Test Procedure
- Department of Commerce, International Trade Commission review of Tapered Roller Bearings
- Federal Trade Commission and Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act
- Right to Repair - Motor Vehicle Owners’ Right to Repair Act
- Pad friction & copper
- Past and Current Free Trade Agreements – Columbia, Panama, South Korea and North America
- Major Aftermarket Trade-Opening Agreements – China WTO Accession Agreement (2000), U.S.-Japan Automotive Products Trade Agreement (1995), Global General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (1994)
- Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement
- International Trade Delegations – Russia (2012): Federal Register Notice, Webinar
Foreign Market Reports
AAIA Reports
GOVERNMENT RESOURCES:
General Information
Department of Homeland Security – U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Department of Commerce
Department of Transportation
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AIA Member Testimonial
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“If you need but one reason to join our association this would be it. AIA recognized and responded effectively to the threats posed by issues such as ‘domestic content’ and predatory pricing. My decision to support these sentinels of our industry by becoming a member of the association was an easy one. A key reason AIA joined with AAIA was their effective presence on The Hill. Not only does our combined association protect against irresponsible government legislation, but has indeed taken a proactive stance in the forms of Right to Repair legislation, association health plans, free trade agreements and anti-counterfeiting measures. If you’re wondering why you should belong to the association you need look no further than the folks who are guarding your interests while enhancing our industry. Supporting the people who support your interests is not only being responsible for your business, but it’s also the right thing to do.”
-W. Michael Brown, Past AIA Chairman (Olympus Imported Auto Parts)
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AAIA Government Affairs
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Take Action! Visit AAIA's Legislative Action Center to contact your elected representatives about these hot issues affecting the automotive aftermarket.
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The Motor Vehicle Owners Right to Repair Act prevents vehicle manufacturers and others from unfairly restricting access to the information, parts and tools necessary to accurately diagnose, repair, re-program or install automotive replacement parts.
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AAIA's Automotive Aftermarket Political Action Committee (AAPAC) provides members with an easy, powerful way to get personally involved in the political process.
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The Aftermarket Legislative Summit provides an opportunity for aftermarket professionals to come to Capitol Hill to meet with key congressional leaders about issues that affect and impact their businesses.
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