Advocacy
The independent auto dealer is uniquely impacted by federal and state legislation. We address the challenging and complex issues that hinder and/or disrupt our industry’s ability to create jobs, build thriving dealerships and maximize profitability.
State Advocacy
NIADA is effective at all levels of government. The association works in states and communities across the country to keep the used auto industry a priority with local regulators and policymakers. These efforts help to defeat excessive regulations and to protect our members’ dealerships.
With your National membership is included a membership to your state association. A portion of your membership dues goes to the state to support local advocacy efforts.
BHPH Commission
The NIADA BHPH Commission was established to serve and protect the unique interests of the BHPH dealer. Made up of 10 BHPH industry-leaders the NIADA BHPH Commission is the voice of the Buy Here Pay Here industry, educating legislators on the impact of proposed laws and providing an accurate view of the challenges and realities that independent BHPH dealers face. The Commission provides professional, effective representation of the BHPH industry before Congress and other federal and state regulatory entities.
Power in Numbers
NIADA is widely known as one of the most effective advocacy organizations in the country. One of the most effective strategies the Government Affairs Team employs is Grassroots Advocacy.
We are better together. NIADA provides ample opportunity events, virtual or in-person, where we can stand together to hold policy makers accountable. We invite you to engage directly with influential, elected government officials to discuss the unique problems and challenges our industry faces and how policies can impact your business and profitability. We convene with representatives from the White House, CFPB, FTC, DOJ, DOL, and others about issues important to our membership base. Join us.
NIADA PAC
A critical part of advocacy includes supporting candidates for elected office who will protect this vital industry and keep the economic engine of our small businesses running strong. The NIADA Government Affairs Team actively builds and maintains relationships with key influencers in Washington on your behalf. However, campaigns cost money to effectively disseminate the candidate’s message.
The NIADA PAC, the Political Action Committee of the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association, was established to financially support candidates that share our vision for the future of the independent dealer and who will continue to fight for the used auto industry and your best interests.
The NIADA PAC may only make political contributions to candidates for federal office. Further, federal law requires us to obtain express authorization from a member of NIADA prior to soliciting contributions or communicating regarding NIADA PAC business. This requirement applies to any PAC communications conducted via mail, electronic mail, and those made during meetings and conventions.
NIADA requires that an authorized representative of your company complete the prior authorization form – below. Completing the approval form does not obligate you in any way to support or contribute to the NIADA PAC, it simply allows us to communicate fundraising efforts.
Legislative Updates
The latest updates from Capitol Hill.
NIADA joins opposition to FTC’s ban on noncompetes
The National Independent Automobile Dealers Association joined U.S. Chamber of Commerce and dozens of other associations in opposition to the Federal Trade Commission’s proposed rule to impose a nationwide ban…
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NIADA Applauds NYIADA GAP Insurance Legislation
The New York Automobile Dealers Association (NYIADA) worked closely with Senator Neil Breslin to address an issue affecting New York Members. Senate Bill S3597 amends insurance and personal property laws…
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NIADA Praises Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar & Senator Ron Wyden for the Preventing Auto Recycling Thefts (PART) Act
The National Independent Automobile Dealers Association (NIADA) commends Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) for introducing the Preventing Auto Recycling Thefts (PART) Act, legislation aimed to combat…
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