Judge Issues Injunction Against California Agreement
November 24, 2025
A judge in California issued an injunction preventing the California Air Resources Board from enforcing the Clean Truck Partnership.
Legislative News
RVIA Supports EPA PFAS Reporting Changes
November 19, 2025
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued a proposed rule to reduce regulations of PFAS reporting under Toxic Substances Control Act.
RVIA: Lauan Subject to Tariffs
October 13, 2025
RVIA said last week lauan plywood will be subject to reciprocal tariffs beginning at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Tuesday. At that time, lauan plywood imports from Indonesia will face a 19% International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariff on top of the existing 8% MFN duty for a total tariff rate of 27%.
New Requirement Governs Grounding Monitor Interrupters
October 9, 2025
The 2026 Edition of the National Electric Code (NEC) is now published. The new edition finalizes the requirement for all RVs with 30-amp or 50-amp electrical service to install a grounding monitor interrupter (GMI).
Outdoor Recreation Groups Say Shutdown Affects Industry
October 2, 2025
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable and Outdoor Industry Association expressed concerns about the economic impact of the government shutdown.
RVIA Offers Tariff and Trade Updates
August 27, 2025
RVIA provided updates on Canadian tariffs and a trade deal with the European Union. Canada is scrapping some retaliatory tariffs, a concession reportedly to cool trade tensions with the U.S.
Hearing to Discuss Outdoor Recreation Funding
August 27, 2025
During Advocacy Day earlier this summer, RV industry leaders asked their members of Congress to reauthorize the Legacy Restoration Fund, which was established in 2020 by the Great American Outdoors Act.
EPA Eases Rules On Diesel Exhaust Fluid Systems
August 21, 2025
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued updated voluntary guidance for model year 2026 and older diesel engines and equipment, enabling manufacturers to revise their Diesel Exhaust Fluid system software to reduce derates.
RVIA Honors Indiana State Senator
August 13, 2025
The RVIA Government Affairs team presented a National Legislative Award to Indiana state Sen. Blake Doriot (R-12th District) for his tireless support and advocacy of the RV industry.
Extension Keeps China Tariffs From Rising
August 12, 2025
President Donald Trump issued an executive order Monday extending current tariff rates with China for an additional 90 days while the countries negotiate. Tariffs would have reset to reciprocal rates today.
RVIA Lobbies on Behalf of Industry
August 7, 2025
RVIA’s State Government Affairs team spent the past week at the National Conference of State Legislatures’ 2025 Legislative Summit in Boston networking with legislators and staff from over 25 states.
Report Finds 73,000 Jobs Added in July
August 1, 2025
The Labor Department reported Friday that the nation’s employment market, thought for months to be slowing but steady, is much worse.