Under the Capitol Dome

From getting a drivers license to building new roads, California state government takes many actions that affect motorists. Here you'll find news and information on what's happening in California government.

Clean Air Funds at Risk of Removal

By 2010, 30% of the cars in California will be at least 13 years old. This means, that 25% of the cars on the road will be responsible for 75% of the auto related emissions in the state. While Californians drive the cleanest new vehicle fleet in ...

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Alliance Supports Current Ignition Interlock Legislation

The Alliance is a proud sponsor and partner in MADD’s Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving. The Alliance supports the current legislation pending in the California Legislature seeking to mandate ignition interlocks for anyone convicted of ...

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Automakers, Auto Parts Recyclers and State Team Up to Recycle Mercury Switches

Representatives of the auto industry, the State of California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) and the State of California Auto Dismantlers Association (SCADA) have agreed to create a voluntary initiative designed to collect, transport ...

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More Toll Roads May be in Your Future

California is known for its free-wheeling car culture where motorists have enjoyed driving the state’s freeways. But that may be coming to an end as state policy makers consider the concept of turning to toll roads to help meet the ...

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Don’t Stand in line…Go Online

It can be very frustrating to walk into a California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) office and have to wait in line for hours to take care of simple paperwork. Now, the DMV is offering upgraded on-line services to avoid the hassle of visiting an ...

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