Sources of Reliable Health Care Reform Information
WAIA wants to help you keep connected to various sources of reliable information that will help you keep your business up to date with Health Reform in general and specifically in the state of Washington. Here are a number of Web site links to trusted organizations with up-to-date information on the implications of Healthcare Reform. […]
Health Insurance and Medical Expenses: What Can You Deduct?
If you are like most people, you find yourself paying more for out-of-pocket healthcare costs. You may wonder what benefit you can get on your tax return for all the expenses. Unfortunately, the answer for many people is … nothing. But you may be one of the fortunate ones who is able to claim healthcare-related […]
NRF website sorts through health care reform requirements
A National Retail Federation website is a good resource for companies, large and small, working to plan and comply with expected national health care reforms.
What the Automotive Aftermarket Throughout the Country Needs to Know About New Regulatory Requirements for Brake Pads
The states of California and Washington have enacted new laws that will require major changes to the composition of brakes, including a reduction in the use of copper. While these new laws impose extensive requirements on brake manufacturers, both original equipment and aftermarket, firms that distribute, sell and install brake pads also will be saddled […]
Ecology announces the adoption of the Better Brakes Rule!
In 2010, Washington became the first state to pass legislation regulating the content of brake friction materials. The Better Brakes Law, Chapter 70.285 Revised Code of Washington (RCW), requires a phase-out of copper, asbestos, and several heavy metals from brake friction materials sold or offered for sale in the state. Brakes manufactured after January 1, […]
WAWA Changes its Name
A small, but important, change to our name. WAWA was founded in 1960 as Washington State Automotive Wholesalers Association. In 1972 “State” was dropped from the name of the organization and it has been known as WAWA ever since. On several occasions over the years a name change had been discussed by the various boards […]
