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SEMA is pleased to provide our members with the following information about trademarks, patents and copyrights.  The ideas, names, logos and inventions of your company are valuable property and often can be legally protected for your exclusive use.  The overview materials (below) will familiarize you with the basics on this topic so that you may take advantage of the law on patents, trademarks and copyrights.

This overview is not intended as a legal "how to" manual but rather as an informational document to help you plan today to protect and get the most out of your company's intellectual property.  The overview is supplemented with reference materials provided by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and other government agencies (see links). SEMA recommends securing the assistance of a qualified attorney to assist in planning and protecting your company's intellectual property rights.

The information contained herein is current as of 2014; however, please be advised that the law is subject to change.

Please contact Daniel Ingber at the SEMA Washington D.C. office if you have questions or need further information, or call (202) 792-4446.


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The "Affordable Care Act" is sowing confusion for many SEMA members. The new health care law is being phased-in over a number of years and January 2014 is the deadline for larger companies to offer coverage or pay a penalty.

This webpage is intended to provide both a general overview of the law and a comprehensive resource on specific issues. The page includes links (see links below) to materials prepared by other organizations recognized for their expertise on the law.

It is not too soon for all companies to understand the law and plan accordingly. SEMA member companies are encouraged to review their current situation, speak with health insurance professionals and determine how to proceed.

SEMA Government Affairs staff has compiled these resources to assist our member companies with compliance. For more information contact Eric Snyder at erics@sema.org.

SEMA Member Guide to the Healthcare Reform Law

All Employers, Regardless of Size, Must Provide Written Notice to Workers on Health Care Options

Employer Penalty Flowchart

SBA's "Affordable Health Care 101"

Federal Government's Clearinghouse For Information on New Law

Comprehensive Guide to Potential Employer Penalties

Quick Tool for Calculating Subsidies

Comprehensive Guide to Health Care Exchanges

Status of Your State's Exchange

Comprehensive Guide to Tax Benefits for Health Insurance

IRS Tax Credit for Small Employers (25 or Fewer Workers)

Health Care Materials Published by Kaiser Family Foundation


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Dear SEMA Member,

Over the years, SEMA has received many requests from members seeking information about federal and state emissions compliance requirements. If you manufacture emissions-related aftermarket parts for regulated vehicles, the parts will likely need to be tested to confirm that vehicles will still meet applicable clean air standards after the part has been installed. Emissions-related parts are regulated under our Nation's clean air laws and are primarily enforced by two government agencies: the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

SEMA has published two brochures to assist members in understanding and complying with the laws.  The first brochure explains how the EPA and CARB regulate emissions-related aftermarket parts.  The second brochure is a comprehensive compliance handbook.

SEMA wants to give you all the tools necessary to comply with the law in a cost-effective manner. That includes explaining the law and providing an option to test your products. Emissions-related aftermarket parts include any specialty part that interacts with the vehicle's emissions system and changes the performance levels of the equipment being replaced or supplemented. They are commonly called "add-on" or "modified" parts. The product may be "emissions-related" if it is installed anywhere between the air intake and the outlet end of the catalytic converter. The term does not include ordinary replacement parts.

The information contained in this document is intended as a complete guide for any interested party to understand the emissions compliance process and to maximize the probability of a successful compliance experience. SEMA has a staff available to assist members throughout the process. Contact information is provided at the end of this document. We encourage you to contact us with any questions pertaining to the compliance process.

If you have any questions about the information provided, please contact Peter Treydte, Emissions Compliance Director at petert@sema.org or call (909) 978-6673.

 

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The material posted on this site is intended as a guide to emissions certification of specialty automotive aftermarket parts. The guide attempts to simplify the detailed process for achieving emissions > compliance status with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which are the only authority for the programs referenced herein. The material is designed to expedite the process by which SEMA members can gain parts certification. Please note that the information contained herein is intended for reference only and that CARB/EPA regulations are subject to change. Please consult the appropriate regulations to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within this volume.

 

SEMA has relied upon several federal and state resources to collect the material but disclaims any responsibility for the contents. SEMA also disclaims any responsibility for any claims that might result from reliance on the contents of the posted material. These materials are not intended to provide legal advice. Compliance with the CARB and EPA regulations should be undertaken in consultation with competent counsel.

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