URGENT LEGISLATIVE ALERT (Important Update)
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URGENT LEGISLATIVE ALERT (Important Update)
URGENT LEGISLATIVE ALERT (Important Update)
Emissions Exemption Repeal Bill Sponsor Refuses to Back Down
Despite the thousands of e-mail messages that have been generated against the California bill (A.B. 2683) that would repeal the state's current rolling emissions test exemption for vehicles 30 years old and older, the bill's sponsor has decided not to withdraw the measure. As you are aware, A.B. 2683 would repeal the current pro-hobbyist exemption and replace it with a law requiring the permanent testing of all 1976 and newer model vehicles. The bill's sponsor is California State Assemblywoman Sally Lieber (D-District 22). She seems not to understand that this bill has ramifications for all California hobbyists, not just those who live in her District. Let's make sure our message is getting through!
We Urge You to Call Assemblywoman Lieber Immediately to Oppose A.B. 2683
Her Telephone Number is: 916/319-2022
Existing law in California exempts all vehicles 30-years old and older from emissions testing.
California's current emissions testing exemption recognizes the minimal impact of vehicles 30-years old and older on vehicle emissions and air quality.
Vehicles 30-years old and older constitute a small portion of the overall vehicle population and are a poor source from which to look for emissions reduction.
Antique and classic vehicles are overwhelmingly well-maintained and infrequently driven (about one-third the miles each year as a new vehicle).
Legislators and regulators are feeling the heat from a failed effort to meet air quality goals and are looking for a convenient scapegoat. The old car hobby should not carry the burden of their mistakes!
Emissions Exemption Repeal Bill Sponsor Refuses to Back Down
Despite the thousands of e-mail messages that have been generated against the California bill (A.B. 2683) that would repeal the state's current rolling emissions test exemption for vehicles 30 years old and older, the bill's sponsor has decided not to withdraw the measure. As you are aware, A.B. 2683 would repeal the current pro-hobbyist exemption and replace it with a law requiring the permanent testing of all 1976 and newer model vehicles. The bill's sponsor is California State Assemblywoman Sally Lieber (D-District 22). She seems not to understand that this bill has ramifications for all California hobbyists, not just those who live in her District. Let's make sure our message is getting through!
We Urge You to Call Assemblywoman Lieber Immediately to Oppose A.B. 2683
Her Telephone Number is: 916/319-2022
Existing law in California exempts all vehicles 30-years old and older from emissions testing.
California's current emissions testing exemption recognizes the minimal impact of vehicles 30-years old and older on vehicle emissions and air quality.
Vehicles 30-years old and older constitute a small portion of the overall vehicle population and are a poor source from which to look for emissions reduction.
Antique and classic vehicles are overwhelmingly well-maintained and infrequently driven (about one-third the miles each year as a new vehicle).
Legislators and regulators are feeling the heat from a failed effort to meet air quality goals and are looking for a convenient scapegoat. The old car hobby should not carry the burden of their mistakes!
