RVIA Supports Washington State Fifth-Wheel Legislation
January 30, 2026
RVIA Director of State Affairs Michael Ochs testified before Washington Senate Transportation Committee in support of state Senate Bill 5824.
Legislative News
RVIA Joins Minnesota Reporting Extension Request
January 28, 2026
RVIA joined manufacturing associations in requesting a one-year extension of Minnesota’s PFAS reporting deadline.
Lauan Affected by Countervailing Duty Investigation
January 23, 2026
The U.S. Department of Commerce released an affirmative preliminary countervailing duty determination in its investigation entitled Hardwood and Decorative Plywood from Indonesia.
ORR Plans Explore Act Webinar
January 20, 2026
The Explore Act made history as the first outdoor recreation–specific legislative package. The legislation was passed a year ago with unanimous bipartisan support.
RVIA Hosts Capitol Hill Reception
December 18, 2025
RVIA’s Government Affairs team hosted a reception Monday in the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, D.C.
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.
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.