News from Idaho Automobile Dealers Association

IADA's service contract legislation has passed all the hurdles that was placed before it and is awaiting the governor's approval before becoming law on July 1 2010. S1357 has been a two year process aimed at amending the law pertaining to automotive service contracts. The bill will strengthen insurance requirements by requiring sufficient surplus by a financially solvent insurer so that persons purchasing from service contract providers will know that the provider is fiscally sound. In addition, the bill prohibits deceptive practices by service contract providers, and adds criminal and civil penalties of $1000 per day per violation and is enforceable by the county prosecutor or attorney general.

Also awaiting approval by the governor is the Dealer Advisory Boards legislation dealing with continuing education for initial dealer licenses. S1361 would create a new requirement that used auto dealers complete an eight hour CE course of instruction. IADA has supported S1361 from the beginning and will continue to work to raise the bar for dealers licensing in the state of Idaho.

CLICK HERE to view more of IADA legislative calendar and bills that we followed.

Thank you to all who helped the IADA this year with our legislative goals. When asked, you called your representatives and senators setting in motion a strong grass roots effort from Idaho's auto industry leaders. Although we just finished the 2010 legislative session here in Boise there is no time to waste in preparing for 2011. IADA will be asking legislators to support its efforts to continue amending state law to further protect dealers from unfair requirements imposed by manufacturers and protect important sales tax exemptions on used vehicle trade in's and rebates.

Information on IADA's continuing legislative agenda can be obtained from IADA's Executive Vice President Trent Wright.

IADA's AUTOPAC & DEAC FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGNS 2010

Through IADA's Political Action Committee, AUTOPAC IADA supports pro-business, pro-dealer legislative candidates. 2010 will be a critical election year. Those elected this last election cycle will have a huge impact on the way automobile dealers do business for the next 8 years.The current legislature will address franchise license law updates and filling a huge hole in the state budget (with the potential for increased taxes like a sales tax on consumer rebates and increased DMV fees). If we do not elect policy-makers who support automobile dealer issues, your livelihood is at risk.

In 2009, Idaho dealers contributed $11,350 to AUTOPAC to support state elected officials who are sympathetic to dealer concerns. This year's goal is $17,000. AUTOPAC is instrumental in realizing the Association's legislative agenda.

Contributions to NADA's Dealer Election Action Committee (DEAC) are also vital, as they help expand the automotive industry's voice in Congress. Dealers' donations are needed more than ever for both AUTOPAC and DEAC to ensure that Idaho dealers' interests are being represented to match the impact of their economic contributions to the state. A solicitation mailing outlining this year's fundraising campaign for both AUTOPAC and DEAC will be sent to dealers in the near future. Upon receipt, bear in mind the importance of your participation.

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Regulatory Updates

RED FLAGS RULE REMINDER

IADA was recently advised by a large captive finance company that several of their dealer clients are refusing to implement the upcoming FTC Red Flags Rule (enforcement of which has been delayed an unprecedented four times, and which is set to begin June 1, 2010).

The dealers refusing to implement the law each gave one of two equally mistaken reasons:

Myth #1: The Red Flags Rule does not apply to new car dealers.

Myth Busted: The Red Flags Rule applies to "Creditors" and their "Covered Accounts." Creditors are defined to specifically include automobile dealers, and "Covered Accounts" specifically include automobile loans.

Myth #2: Compliance with the Red Flags Rule by a finance company "trickles down" to the dealership-requiring no further action by the dealership to comply.

Myth Busted: The duties under the Red Flags Rule specifically apply to all entities subject to the Red Flags Rule-including dealers. You are specifically required to create and implement a comprehensive Identity Theft Prevention Plan, as are the financial institutions with which you do business. Just as the Red Flags Rule requires that you ensure that auto brokers and other service providers implement policies and procedures to detect, prevent, and mitigate the risk of identity theft, these banks and credit unions will be required to ensure you do the same before doing business with you. In practical terms, banks and credit unions will contractually require your dealership to implement an identity theft prevention program as a condition of buying your contracts.

For more information go to www.idahoada.org and scroll over compliance or consult NADA's A Dealer Guide to the FTC Red Flags and Address Discrepancy Rules: Protecting Against Identity Theft.

2010 IADA Convention

IADA 2010 ANNUAL CONVENTION - JUNE 13-16 - SUN VALLEY, IDAHO

Join us this summer as after 15 years IADA returns to Sun Valley

for the 2010 Annual Convention - Sunday, June 13 through Wednesday, June 16. Dealers, sponsors, and their families are invited to what will be another productive, educational, and entertaining gathering.

A tentative agendaincludes committee and Board of Directors meetings, golf, evening activities for kids, reception/dinner at the new Sun Valley club house, fly fishing/mtn. biking/outdoor family excursion, manufacturer speakers, legislative speakers as well as free time to enjoy Sun Valley and its activities with your family.

IADA President Gregg Middlekauff and IADA Executive VP Trent Wright invite you to attend and get involved with your association and spend a few days with your colleagues. Registration information will be sent soon to dealers and sponsors, or, feel free to contact Coleene Sutton at IADA at 208 853-4668 csutton@idahoada.org for more information.

IADA Classes & Seminars

AUTO BODY ENVIRONMENTAL WORKSHOP APRIL 8th 2010

The IADA is sponsoring a workshop on April 8 in Nampa, Idaho that combines classroom and hands-on training for compliance with the federal requirements for paint shops, and training from the Design for the Environment program on best business practices. Upon completion of this workshop, you will be provided with a certificate that you have attended training which, along with the agenda, can be used to demonstrate compliance with the training requirements of the federal Surface Coatings regulations.

Don't Miss The Opportunity!

· Understand the federal emission standards for the application of paint and coatings.

· Receive hands-on training in the virtual paint booth to improve your painting technique.

· Hear about best practices for spray painting, paint mixing, preparation and cleanup.

· Become well informed about health and safety in the shop.

· Learn about the Idaho DEQ's new general air quality permit for auto body shops.

· Get information from vendors and suppliers of products and services.

· $50 Registration Fee - Space is Limited - Register Immediately for the Seminar.

http://www.idahoada.org/CleanAirBrochure.pdf

Two identical sessions will be offered. To register on-line, click on the link below for the session you prefer:

7:30 am - 12:30 PM Morning Session

12:30 PM - 5:50 PM Afternoon Session

To learn more about the federal requirements for paint shops, go tohttp://www.ccar-greenlink.org/paintrule.html

To register or to request more information, please contact Coleene Sutton at (208) 853.4668 or csutton@idahoada.org.

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Automotive Forms & Supplies

IADA is your best source of unique promotional items, embroidered apparel and custom business forms. Our goal is to provide dealer members with quality products, competative pricing and fantastic service. Please make sure to take advantage of our acceptional discount on quantity price breaks.

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Order 24/7: IADA faxline: (208) 853-6671

Order by phone: (208) 853-4668

For more information on product and pricing in our catalog, call (208) 853-4668

CUSTOMIZED REPORTS ON DEMAND

The IVRS is a web-based program that creates a solution for car, truck, RV and boat title reports in Idaho. This program is accessible anywhere, anytime via a secure website. The IVRS allows for customizable reports that summarize title data so businesses can more efficiently identify and seize opportunities. The IADA will continue to strive for their goal of providing the best weekly updated "title/sold" market data available to subscribers 24/7!

Call today for more information regarding the service. (208) 853-4668 - Jocelyn Francis

Mission Statement: The Idaho Automobile Dealers Association Inc. was formed in 1932 to represent interests of licensed vehicle dealers in the state. Our goal then and now has been to improve, enhance and grow the automobile industry in Idaho. By advocating and providing programs, products and services for licensed car dealers we want to create a stable and healthy retail market for idaho's business and consumers.

Sincerely,

Trent Wright
Idaho Automobile Dealers Association Inc.

We welcome your suggestions and contributions. For further information and updates regarding the Idaho Automobile Dealers Association Inc. please visit our website.

Idaho Automobile Dealers Association Inc.

4980 W. State St. Boise, ID 83703

Phone: (208) 853-4668 Facsimile: (208) 853-6671

www.idahoada.org