Oregon Introduces Bill to Prohibit Sale of Aftermarket Parts
02-04-2009, 10:04 PM
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Oregon Introduces Bill to Prohibit Sale of Aftermarket Parts
http://www.semasan.com/main/main.aspx?id=62515
At the request of Governor Theodore Kulongoski, the Oregon Speaker of the House has introduced legislation (H.B. 2186) to prohibit the sale and distribution of aftermarket motor vehicle parts if alternatives are available that “decrease greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles.” The bill is primarily focused on aftermarket tires and would authorize the Environmental Quality Commission to implement enforcement regulations, likely based on a rolling resistance calculation.
We Urge You to Contact Oregon Speaker of the House Dave Hunt and Members of the Environment and Water Committee (Contact Information Below) Immediately to Request Their Opposition to H.B. 2186
* H.B. 2186 would regulate vehicle fuel economy, an authority reserved to the federal government.
* H.B. 2186 could ban tires that may have improved performance, handling or appearance features, based solely on a rolling resistance rating. In addition, this program could easily distract consumers from focusing on more important safety issues such as tire inflation and overloading of vehicles.
* H.B. 2186 would force consumers to purchase only original equipment manufacturer (OEM) tires because the program essentially exempts OEM-selected tires and unfairly implies that they are superior to aftermarket products.
* H.B. 2186 could prohibit aftermarket parts designed to either personalize or optimize specific vehicle performance attributes including handling, towing, suspension, fuel economy, etc.
* H.B. 2186 provides broad authority to government regulators and could limit a range of aftermarket parts currently available to consumers based on the subjective determination of government regulators.
DON’T DELAY! Please contact Oregon Speaker Dave Hunt and the House Environment and Water Committee immediately to urge his opposition to H.B. 2186.
Oregon House Speaker Dave Hunt
Phone: 503/986-1440
Email: rep.davehunt@state.or.us
Oregon House Environment and Water Committee
Representative Ben Cannon – Chair
Phone: 503/986-1446
Email: rep.bencannon@state.or.us
Representative Jules Bailey
Phone: 503/986-1442
Email: rep.juleskopelbailey@state.or.us
Representative Phil Barnhart
Phone: 503/986-1411
Email: rep.philbarnhart@state.or.us
Representative Cliff Bentz
Phone: 503/986-1460
Email: rep.cliffbentz@state.or.us
Representative Deborah Boone
Phone: 503/986-1432
Email: rep.deborahboone@state.or.us
Representative Vic Gilliam
Phone: 503/986-1418
Email: rep.vicgilliam@state.or.us
Representative Bob Jenson
Phone: 503/986-1458
Email: rep.bobjenson@state.or.us
Representative Jefferson Smith
Phone: 503/986-1447
Email: rep.jeffersonsmith@state.or.us
At the request of Governor Theodore Kulongoski, the Oregon Speaker of the House has introduced legislation (H.B. 2186) to prohibit the sale and distribution of aftermarket motor vehicle parts if alternatives are available that “decrease greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles.” The bill is primarily focused on aftermarket tires and would authorize the Environmental Quality Commission to implement enforcement regulations, likely based on a rolling resistance calculation.
We Urge You to Contact Oregon Speaker of the House Dave Hunt and Members of the Environment and Water Committee (Contact Information Below) Immediately to Request Their Opposition to H.B. 2186
* H.B. 2186 would regulate vehicle fuel economy, an authority reserved to the federal government.
* H.B. 2186 could ban tires that may have improved performance, handling or appearance features, based solely on a rolling resistance rating. In addition, this program could easily distract consumers from focusing on more important safety issues such as tire inflation and overloading of vehicles.
* H.B. 2186 would force consumers to purchase only original equipment manufacturer (OEM) tires because the program essentially exempts OEM-selected tires and unfairly implies that they are superior to aftermarket products.
* H.B. 2186 could prohibit aftermarket parts designed to either personalize or optimize specific vehicle performance attributes including handling, towing, suspension, fuel economy, etc.
* H.B. 2186 provides broad authority to government regulators and could limit a range of aftermarket parts currently available to consumers based on the subjective determination of government regulators.
DON’T DELAY! Please contact Oregon Speaker Dave Hunt and the House Environment and Water Committee immediately to urge his opposition to H.B. 2186.
Oregon House Speaker Dave Hunt
Phone: 503/986-1440
Email: rep.davehunt@state.or.us
Oregon House Environment and Water Committee
Representative Ben Cannon – Chair
Phone: 503/986-1446
Email: rep.bencannon@state.or.us
Representative Jules Bailey
Phone: 503/986-1442
Email: rep.juleskopelbailey@state.or.us
Representative Phil Barnhart
Phone: 503/986-1411
Email: rep.philbarnhart@state.or.us
Representative Cliff Bentz
Phone: 503/986-1460
Email: rep.cliffbentz@state.or.us
Representative Deborah Boone
Phone: 503/986-1432
Email: rep.deborahboone@state.or.us
Representative Vic Gilliam
Phone: 503/986-1418
Email: rep.vicgilliam@state.or.us
Representative Bob Jenson
Phone: 503/986-1458
Email: rep.bobjenson@state.or.us
Representative Jefferson Smith
Phone: 503/986-1447
Email: rep.jeffersonsmith@state.or.us
02-04-2009, 10:13 PM
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Once again government getting in to the details and missing the point. How about mandating minimum rolling resistance rather than specifying what tire you can buy...
02-04-2009, 11:18 PM
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Another great example of how the government intends to regulate vehicles for the sake of environmental issues and does nothing to secure the safety of those operating the vehicles.
This is why we don't want the government, state or federal, deciding what kinds of cars should be built. The whole emphasis will be on environmental impact and have little to no regard for safety.
Tires are a key part of the safety features of a vehicle. You can have the best brakes, roll over or impact ratings but good tires help prevent accidents rather than help you survive a crash.
I roll around on Nitto Invo 220 treadwear tires and maybe get 15,000 - 20,000 miles on a set. Still, I've been able to avoid accidents cause of the increased grip.
I hope this legislation is struck down as it could be the start of a nasty trend. How interesting is it that government would seek to eliminate a 40 billion dollar a year business in aftermarket car parts when we're in this supposed economic crisis.
This is why we don't want the government, state or federal, deciding what kinds of cars should be built. The whole emphasis will be on environmental impact and have little to no regard for safety.
Tires are a key part of the safety features of a vehicle. You can have the best brakes, roll over or impact ratings but good tires help prevent accidents rather than help you survive a crash.
I roll around on Nitto Invo 220 treadwear tires and maybe get 15,000 - 20,000 miles on a set. Still, I've been able to avoid accidents cause of the increased grip.
I hope this legislation is struck down as it could be the start of a nasty trend. How interesting is it that government would seek to eliminate a 40 billion dollar a year business in aftermarket car parts when we're in this supposed economic crisis.
02-05-2009, 11:02 AM
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Administrator
oh hell no.. Did you guys go read the bill?
Check just that First bit in the summary
Declares emergency, effective on passage.
That is a power grab catch all from section 4. that would allow them to then do all sorts of things "for the environment" and enact other regs because they will have a declared emergency regarding greenhouse gasses
PLUS
can differentiate between greenhouse gasses means they can constantly shift the "goal" in different directions all over the state so there is a crazy patchwork of stuff that no one could comply with. plus "activities that INDIRECTLY contribute to emissions"
means what? EVERYTHING!!
75th OREGON LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY--2009 Regular Session
NOTE: Matter within { + braces and plus signs + } in an
amended section is new. Matter within { - braces and minus
signs - } is existing law to be omitted. New sections are within
{ + braces and plus signs + } .
LC 605
House Bill 2186
Ordered printed by the Speaker pursuant to House Rule 12.00A (5).
Presession filed (at the request of Governor Theodore R.
Kulongoski for Department of Environmental Quality)
SUMMARY
The following summary is not prepared by the sponsors of the
measure and is not a part of the body thereof subject to
consideration by the Legislative Assembly. It is an editor's
brief statement of the essential features of the measure as
introduced.
Authorizes Environmental Quality Commission to adopt rules to
help state to achieve greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals.
Specifies rules that commission may adopt.
Declares emergency, effective on passage.
A BILL FOR AN ACT
Relating to greenhouse gas emissions; and declaring an emergency.
Be It Enacted by the People of the State of Oregon:
SECTION 1. { + Sections 2 and 3 of this 2009 Act are added to
and made a part of ORS chapter 468A. + }
SECTION 2. { + As used in section 3 of this 2009 Act:
(1) 'Greenhouse gas' has the meaning given that term in ORS
468A.210.
(2) 'Heavy-duty truck' has the meaning given that term in ORS
468A.795.
(3) 'Medium-duty truck' has the meaning given that term in ORS
468A.795.
(4) 'Motor vehicle' has the meaning given that term in ORS
825.005. + }
SECTION 3. { + (1) The Environmental Quality Commission may
adopt by rule the following to help this state achieve the
greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals specified in ORS
468A.205:
(a) Low carbon fuel standards for fuel that is used for
transportation;
(b) Restrictions and prohibitions on the use of substances that
contain, release or cause to be released greenhouse gases, if
alternatives are available;
(c) Requirements to maintain or retrofit medium-duty and
heavy-duty trucks in order to reduce aerodynamic drag and
otherwise reduce greenhouse gas emissions from those trucks;
(d) Restrictions and prohibitions on the sale and distribution
of after-market motor vehicle parts, including but not limited to
tires, if alternatives are available that decrease greenhouse gas
emissions from motor vehicles;
(e) Requirements for motor vehicle service providers to check
and inflate tire pressure according to manufacturer recommended
specifications; and
(f) Restrictions on engine use by parked commercial vehicles,
including but not limited to medium-duty trucks and heavy-duty
trucks, and by commercial ships while at port, and requirements
that truck stops and ports provide alternatives to engine use
such as electric power.
(2) In adopting rules under this section, the commission:
(a) Shall consider safety, feasibility and cost-effectiveness;
and
(b) May differentiate between different areas of the state,
different greenhouse gases and different categories of
substances, fuels, motor vehicles or other equipment or
activities that contribute directly or indirectly to greenhouse
gas emissions. + }
SECTION 4. { + This 2009 Act being necessary for the immediate
preservation of the public peace, health and safety, an emergency
is declared to exist, and this 2009 Act takes effect on its
passage. + }
NOTE: Matter within { + braces and plus signs + } in an
amended section is new. Matter within { - braces and minus
signs - } is existing law to be omitted. New sections are within
{ + braces and plus signs + } .
LC 605
House Bill 2186
Ordered printed by the Speaker pursuant to House Rule 12.00A (5).
Presession filed (at the request of Governor Theodore R.
Kulongoski for Department of Environmental Quality)
SUMMARY
The following summary is not prepared by the sponsors of the
measure and is not a part of the body thereof subject to
consideration by the Legislative Assembly. It is an editor's
brief statement of the essential features of the measure as
introduced.
Authorizes Environmental Quality Commission to adopt rules to
help state to achieve greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals.
Specifies rules that commission may adopt.
Declares emergency, effective on passage.
A BILL FOR AN ACT
Relating to greenhouse gas emissions; and declaring an emergency.
Be It Enacted by the People of the State of Oregon:
SECTION 1. { + Sections 2 and 3 of this 2009 Act are added to
and made a part of ORS chapter 468A. + }
SECTION 2. { + As used in section 3 of this 2009 Act:
(1) 'Greenhouse gas' has the meaning given that term in ORS
468A.210.
(2) 'Heavy-duty truck' has the meaning given that term in ORS
468A.795.
(3) 'Medium-duty truck' has the meaning given that term in ORS
468A.795.
(4) 'Motor vehicle' has the meaning given that term in ORS
825.005. + }
SECTION 3. { + (1) The Environmental Quality Commission may
adopt by rule the following to help this state achieve the
greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals specified in ORS
468A.205:
(a) Low carbon fuel standards for fuel that is used for
transportation;
(b) Restrictions and prohibitions on the use of substances that
contain, release or cause to be released greenhouse gases, if
alternatives are available;
(c) Requirements to maintain or retrofit medium-duty and
heavy-duty trucks in order to reduce aerodynamic drag and
otherwise reduce greenhouse gas emissions from those trucks;
(d) Restrictions and prohibitions on the sale and distribution
of after-market motor vehicle parts, including but not limited to
tires, if alternatives are available that decrease greenhouse gas
emissions from motor vehicles;
(e) Requirements for motor vehicle service providers to check
and inflate tire pressure according to manufacturer recommended
specifications; and
(f) Restrictions on engine use by parked commercial vehicles,
including but not limited to medium-duty trucks and heavy-duty
trucks, and by commercial ships while at port, and requirements
that truck stops and ports provide alternatives to engine use
such as electric power.
(2) In adopting rules under this section, the commission:
(a) Shall consider safety, feasibility and cost-effectiveness;
and
(b) May differentiate between different areas of the state,
different greenhouse gases and different categories of
substances, fuels, motor vehicles or other equipment or
activities that contribute directly or indirectly to greenhouse
gas emissions. + }
SECTION 4. { + This 2009 Act being necessary for the immediate
preservation of the public peace, health and safety, an emergency
is declared to exist, and this 2009 Act takes effect on its
passage. + }
Declares emergency, effective on passage.
That is a power grab catch all from section 4. that would allow them to then do all sorts of things "for the environment" and enact other regs because they will have a declared emergency regarding greenhouse gasses
PLUS
(b) May differentiate between different areas of the state,
different greenhouse gases and different categories of
substances, fuels, motor vehicles or other equipment or
activities that contribute directly or indirectly to greenhouse
gas emissions.
different greenhouse gases and different categories of
substances, fuels, motor vehicles or other equipment or
activities that contribute directly or indirectly to greenhouse
gas emissions.
means what? EVERYTHING!!
02-05-2009, 11:27 AM
#8
Administrator
Ive just sent of my email to teh reps
Sir
HB 2186 must not be allowed to pass. Besides the arguments against it, that I wholeheartedly concur with, that are pointed out by SEMA here http://www.semasan.com/main/main.aspx?id=62515
* H.B. 2186 would regulate vehicle fuel economy, an authority reserved to the federal government.
the federal government.
* H.B. 2186 could ban tires that may have improved performance, handling or appearance features, based solely on a rolling resistance rating. In addition, this program could easily distract consumers from focusing on more important safety issues such as tire inflation and overloading of vehicles.
* H.B. 2186 would force consumers to purchase only original equipment manufacturer (OEM) tires because the program essentially exempts OEM-selected tires and unfairly implies that they are superior to aftermarket products.
* H.B. 2186 could prohibit aftermarket parts designed to either personalize or optimize specific vehicle performance attributes including handling, towing, suspension, fuel economy, etc.
* H.B. 2186 provides broad authority to government regulators and could limit a range of aftermarket parts currently available to consumers based on the subjective determination of government regulators.
There are also other parts of it that I am opposed to.
Section 3f2b
(b) May differentiate between different areas of the state,
different greenhouse gases and different categories of
substances, fuels, motor vehicles or other equipment or
activities that contribute directly or indirectly to greenhouse
gas emissions.
"Differentiate between areas of the state and different" etc sounds like there could be completely different and competing regs in separate parts of the state which would leave us with a HUGE patchwork that no one, individual or small or large business, could actually comply with. "Indirectly to greenhouse gas emissions" sounds very much like - EVERYTHING. Being born, dieing, eating a sandwich sitting outside reading a book, going for a hike, bicycling. It leaves way too much open to interpretation especially as it relates to the last section.
Section 4 calls for a state of emergency to be declared. With no basis other than this bill says so. Rubbish. Preservation of the Public Peace? Are we having riots in the streets because of someones use of tires that didn't meet some envirogroup's standards? Health and Safety? Would you please first PROVE that elevated temperature as a result of anthropogenic emissions of greenhouse gasses are actually a threat to heath and safety? I believe if its warmer more that means larger agriculture yields are possible. Which leads to more food which is better for our expanding population. Warmer sounds like more chances to spend time in activities outside which would benefit the health of us all who spend too much time inside.
Please reject this ludicrous bill.
Sincerely
HB 2186 must not be allowed to pass. Besides the arguments against it, that I wholeheartedly concur with, that are pointed out by SEMA here http://www.semasan.com/main/main.aspx?id=62515
* H.B. 2186 would regulate vehicle fuel economy, an authority reserved to the federal government.
the federal government.
* H.B. 2186 could ban tires that may have improved performance, handling or appearance features, based solely on a rolling resistance rating. In addition, this program could easily distract consumers from focusing on more important safety issues such as tire inflation and overloading of vehicles.
* H.B. 2186 would force consumers to purchase only original equipment manufacturer (OEM) tires because the program essentially exempts OEM-selected tires and unfairly implies that they are superior to aftermarket products.
* H.B. 2186 could prohibit aftermarket parts designed to either personalize or optimize specific vehicle performance attributes including handling, towing, suspension, fuel economy, etc.
* H.B. 2186 provides broad authority to government regulators and could limit a range of aftermarket parts currently available to consumers based on the subjective determination of government regulators.
There are also other parts of it that I am opposed to.
Section 3f2b
(b) May differentiate between different areas of the state,
different greenhouse gases and different categories of
substances, fuels, motor vehicles or other equipment or
activities that contribute directly or indirectly to greenhouse
gas emissions.
"Differentiate between areas of the state and different" etc sounds like there could be completely different and competing regs in separate parts of the state which would leave us with a HUGE patchwork that no one, individual or small or large business, could actually comply with. "Indirectly to greenhouse gas emissions" sounds very much like - EVERYTHING. Being born, dieing, eating a sandwich sitting outside reading a book, going for a hike, bicycling. It leaves way too much open to interpretation especially as it relates to the last section.
Section 4 calls for a state of emergency to be declared. With no basis other than this bill says so. Rubbish. Preservation of the Public Peace? Are we having riots in the streets because of someones use of tires that didn't meet some envirogroup's standards? Health and Safety? Would you please first PROVE that elevated temperature as a result of anthropogenic emissions of greenhouse gasses are actually a threat to heath and safety? I believe if its warmer more that means larger agriculture yields are possible. Which leads to more food which is better for our expanding population. Warmer sounds like more chances to spend time in activities outside which would benefit the health of us all who spend too much time inside.
Please reject this ludicrous bill.
Sincerely
02-05-2009, 11:27 AM
#10
Crap!
How do you prove your product reduces Green house emissions?
My oil filter is better than yours.
Is too!
Is not!
Is too!
My 10 mm bolt is green house safe!
Is too!
How do you prove your product reduces Green house emissions?
My oil filter is better than yours.
Is too!
Is not!
Is too!
My 10 mm bolt is green house safe!
Is too!
02-05-2009, 01:01 PM
#14
Registered
This doesn't surprise me in the slightest. Look at where that state is located. We're talking about a state that would love to tax you based on miles driven rather than on gasoline. Speaking of gasoline, you can't even pump it yourself! To think that the people in charge of this crap are ELECTED by the people who live there!!! This is why I think the way I do. It's so I can say I had no responsibility in making crap like that happen which in turn gives me every right to complain about it.
02-05-2009, 01:03 PM
#15
:( traded in my 8
As an Oregon resident I am not surprised. Oregon is full of people more concerned with things they can't see then whats real.. I am against this and will send out emails too.
mkztg
mkztg
02-05-2009, 01:09 PM
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This doesn't surprise me in the slightest. Look at where that state is located. We're talking about a state that would love to tax you based on miles driven rather than on gasoline. Speaking of gasoline, you can't even pump it yourself! To think that the people in charge of this crap are ELECTED by the people who live there!!! This is why I think the way I do. It's so I can say I had no responsibility in making crap like that happen which in turn gives me every right to complain about it.
Oh, by the way...my coi overs are more green house friendly than yours...
They weigh less.
02-06-2009, 09:28 AM
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Well if it's 50 state legal then they can't ban it, at least you would figure they can't. Plus the whole global warming thing is still sort of unknown. Some scientist say it's the planets natural cycle, others say we are doing it, then some say both. For them to do that without strong evidence to make a law that limits basically living, they would need evidence, and since they probably don't have any or enough I think that a bunch of people that would get together and get a good lawyer could either stop the bill or get rid of some of it. I hope things work out for you guys. If that goes through or what not, don't you guys have show car plates or something you can get, cause in pa if you have them you don't really have to obey the emissions or anything like that.
Good luck
Good luck
02-09-2009, 02:52 PM
#22
Administrator
Yeah!! Rep Bentz is on our side
Thank you for your message regarding House Bill 2186. This bill reflects a concept created in the Governor's office. It was then referred to the House Committee on Environment and Water (on which I serve as one of eight members). At the bill’s first hearing, held on Tuesday, February 3rd, I explained to the witnesses from the DEQ that I was not happy with the concepts contained in the bill. The delegation of power of the DEQ is far too great and the economic impact of the bill is too far reaching. The bill will, I am sure, require additional public hearings.
I represent District 60 (Malheur, Baker, Harney, and part of Grant County). I am certain that a majority of my constituents will oppose many of the ideas in the bill, particularly those which will negatively impact our economy. I would strongly suggest and recommend that you contact your state representative and share with him (or her) your thoughts regarding this bill.
Very Truly Yours,
Representative Cliff Bentz
District 60
I represent District 60 (Malheur, Baker, Harney, and part of Grant County). I am certain that a majority of my constituents will oppose many of the ideas in the bill, particularly those which will negatively impact our economy. I would strongly suggest and recommend that you contact your state representative and share with him (or her) your thoughts regarding this bill.
Very Truly Yours,
Representative Cliff Bentz
District 60
02-09-2009, 03:11 PM
#23
Administrator
Autoblog got the story out- see who they thanked
http://www.autoblog.com/2009/02/06/o...ket-car-parts/
http://www.autoblog.com/2009/02/06/o...ket-car-parts/
