2021 Membership Directory Final
SERVICES FOR DEALERS 2021 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY & SERVICES GUIDE
Government Relations - Advocacy for Franchised New Car Dealers
GNYADA understands that compliance with the laws and regulations for operating new car dealerships in the New York metropolitan area are challenging. The Association forges relationships with lawmakers and government agencies to help shape the marketplace for members. GNYADA’s Government Relations staff actively follows what’s happening in the halls of government, supporting legislation that will help dealers and opposing any laws that would hinder or constrain dealership operations.
IN THE PAST YEAR ALONE, GNYADA HAS:
Aggressively advocated for upholding the Franchise Law by strongly opposing exceptions to the law for luxury electric car manufacturers to sell directly to consumers. Supported legislation to level the playing field by amending the rules for brokers and leasing companies to be regulated like dealers are, in order to operate in this state. These amendments would simultaneously protect consumers and dealers’significant investments in communities throughout the area. Continued to seek improvements for dealers’day-to-day operations through regular meetings with the Department of Motor Vehicles and other regulatory agencies. Ongoing advocacy for a fairer Doc Fee and doubling the 5-Day Rule for partner dealers , requesting and receiving more funds for the Drive Clean Rebate are examples of recent successes. Intervening on behalf of New York City dealers in Queens, GNYADA was able to ensure dealers will retain customer parking spaces and will continue to advocate on behalf of all New York City members. GNYADA has a strong presence in Albany. Staff works closely with franchise law consultants along with Albany and New York City lobbying firms to effectively advocate for dealer reforms and prevent harmful legislation from being enacted. In order to create more success stories like those listed above, it’s crucial to support political candidates who understand the needs of businesses in New York State and who are willing to listen to dealers’ideas and proposals. If you have legislative issues you would like to discuss, contact Susan Bieber, Vice President of Dealer Services at 718.746.5900, ext 250 or susan@gnyada.com.
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