MEMA Government Advocacy

Government Advocacy

The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) advocates on behalf of the supplier community in Washington, D.C., and state capitals nationwide. MEMA also serves as a member resource to help navigate the evolving landscape.

The following reviews several some of MEMA’s ongoing advocacy initiatives:

LEGISLATIVE SUMMIT

MEMA’s Legislative Summit features the latest political and economic commentary on key public policy issues facing the industry. The Summit provides participants the opportunity to meet suppliers and see how their policies directly impact the industry and their constituents.

MEMA GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE (GAC)

Made up of motor vehicle suppliers from every major segment of the industry, the MEMA Government Affairs Commitee (GAC) determines the key legislative and regulatory priorities of MEMA at the federal and state level. The GAC is a representation of the industry and helps define the voice of suppliers.

SUBCOMMITTEES AND WORKING GROUPS

There are several standing subcommittees under the GAC: • Regulatory Affairs Subcommittee • Vehicle Safety Subcommittee • Environment and Materials Management

Subcommittee • Trade Working Group

MEMA POLICY BREAKFAST SERIES

The Policy Breakfast Series has become a key initiative to explore complex policy issues that impact the motor vehicle supplier industry with policy makers, legislators and the national media. The series offers supplier leaders an opportunity to speak specifically about how policies made in Washington impact businesses across the country.

STATE ISSUES

MEMA serves as an important advocate for suppliers, closely monitoring state legislative activities and advocating for issues of particular interest to the industry. Some of the top state issues MEMA is addressing involve: • Automated vehicle policy • State vehicle safety inspections • Copper in brake friction material • Proposition 65-related chemical issues

This is just an example of the many government affairs activities available to members. To learn more about MEMA initiatives and how to get involved, contact the MEMA DC team at 202.393.6362 or visit mema.org.