'Leno's Law' Gears Up for Senate Floor Showdown: Committee Gives Collector-Car Law the Green Light

'Leno's Law' Gears Up for Senate Floor Showdown: Committee Gives Collector-Car Law the Green Light

From the SEMA Washington, D.C., office

 

 

In a sizable step forward for car enthusiasts, burgeoning collectors and SEMA members as a whole, "Leno's Law" (SB 712) in California has cleared the Senate Appropriations Committee and is now heading to the floor for a full vote.

Sponsored by Senator Shannon Grove and backed by renowned car enthusiast Jay Leno, SB 712 aims to exempt collector cars that are 35 years or older from the state's stringent smog check requirements. This bill is a significant step towards preserving California's rich automotive heritage and supporting the specialty automotive aftermarket industry and promises to reduce regulatory barriers to keep classic cars on the road.

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Carrying bipartisan support with it to the Senate floor is crucial for SB 712 ahead of a full vote. "This legislation is a win for car collectors and the automotive industry," said SEMA President and CEO Mike Spagnola. "It recognizes the importance of preserving our automotive heritage while supporting the specialty-equipment market." 

For more information on how to support Leno's Law and to stay updated on its progress, contact Victor Muñoz at victorm@sema.org.