BAR Advisory Group

BAR established the BAR Advisory Group (BAG) in 2001 to promote communication and collaboration between the Bureau, the automotive repair industry, education providers, and consumers. Under Business and Professions Code section 9880.4, pursuant to AB 1263 (Berman, Chapter 681, Statutes of 2023), the Legislature declares its intent that BAR continue the BAG to advise the Bureau on regulatory issues and programs affecting the automotive repair industry. The BAG meets quarterly and is comprised of volunteer representatives from various member associations and organizations.

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2024 BAG Meetings

Meeting details and materials are posted 10 days in advance of the meeting date.

2023 BAG Meetings

Meeting details and materials are posted 10 days in advance of the meeting date.

Meeting Details Agenda and Materials
October 19, 2023
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In-Person and Teleconference

Department of Consumer Affairs, HQ 1
Hearing Room
1625 North Market Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95834


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Agenda

Legislation and Regulations Update

Career Training in Transportation, Energy, Skilled Trades

Cool Air Rebate Program

Vehicle Safety Systems Inspection Update

Accusation Case Study

Enforcement Statistics

Licensing Statistics

Workshop: Tear Down Disclosure Requirements for Automotive Repair Dealers / Watch workshop recording
July 20, 2023
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
In-Person

Department of Consumer Affairs, HQ 1
Hearing Room
1625 North Market Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95834


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Agenda

Legislation and Regulations Update

License Printing Services Update

Career Training in Transportation, Energy, Skilled Trades

Clean Cities Program

Cars for Schools Program

Enforcement/Licensing Modernization (ELM) Update

2023 Smog Check Reports

Enforcement Statistics

Licensing Statistics
April 27, 2023
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
In-Person and Teleconference

Department of Consumer Affairs, HQ 1
Hearing Room
1625 North Market Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95834


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Agenda

Legislation and Regulations Update

Licensing Customer Service Update

Translating BAR Licensure Examinations / Handout

Citation Review Conference Overview

Replacement Tire Efficiency Regulations

Clean Truck Check

Auto Shop Locator Update

Enforcement Statistics

Licensing Statistics

Workshop: Vehicle Safety Systems Inspection Program / Watch workshop recording
January 26, 2023
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
In-Person and Teleconference

Department of Consumer Affairs, HQ 1
Hearing Room
1625 North Market Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95834


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Agenda

Legislation and Regulations Update

Unlicensed Activity Enforcement

2023 Sunset Review

California Vehicle Inspection System (Cal-VIS) Update

Complaint Mediation Case Study

Enforcement/Licensing Modernization (ELM) Update

Enforcement Statistics

Licensing Statistics

Workshop: Automotive Repair Transaction Requirements / Watch workshop recording

2022 BAG Meetings

2021 BAG Meetings

Meeting Agenda and Materials Webcast
October 21, 2021
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Teleconference
Agenda

Legislation and Regulations Update

Enforcement/Licensing Modernization (ELM) Update

Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention and Outreach

Complaint and Investigation Process (Case Study)

Enforcement Statistics Update

License Processing Data: July-September 2021

Workshops:

Storage Fees for Automotive Repair Dealers

Auto Body and Windshield Repairs
Meeting Recording

Storage Fees for Automotive Repair Dealers
Workshop Recording


Auto Body and Windshield Repairs
Workshop Recording
July 15, 2021
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Teleconference
Agenda

Legislation and Regulations Update

BAR-OIS Modified Software Implementation Update

Smog Check Equipment Security and Fraud Prevention Update

STAR Program Informal Hearing Process

2020 Smog Check Performance Reports

Citation Service and Appeal Process

Enforcement Statistics Update

License Processing Data: January-March 2021

License Processing Data: April-June 2021

Workshop: Citation Program for Automotive Repair Dealers
Meeting Recording

Workshop Recording
April 22, 2021
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Teleconference
Agenda

Legislation and Regulations Update

Zero Emission Vehicle Market Development Strategy Presentation

California Vehicle Inspection System (Cal-VIS) Accomplishments and Forecast

Enforcement/Licensing Modernization (ELM) Update

“Cash-in-the-Can” Outreach Program Presentation

Enforcement Statistics Update

Workshop: Citation Program for Automotive Repair Dealers
Meeting Recording

Workshop Recording
January 28, 2021
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Teleconference
Agenda

Legislation and Regulations Update

2020 – 21 Program Updates

Automated License Plate Reader Presentation

Automated License Plate Reader Policy

“Cash-in-the-Can” Outreach Program Presentation

Motor Vehicle Brake Friction Materials Presentation

Investigation and Discipline Process Presentation

Enforcement Statistics Update
Meeting Recording - Part 1 of 2

Meeting Recording - Part 2 of 2

2020 BAG Meetings

2019 BAG Meetings

Meeting Agenda and Materials Webcast
October 17, 2019
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Department of Consumer Affairs, HQ 1
Hearing Room
1625 North Market Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
Agenda

Legislation and Regulations Update

California Vehicle Inspection System Transition Project Update

Operating and Enhancing the Cal-VIS

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Beyond

Permanent Diagnostic Trouble Codes (PDTC) Implementation Update

On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Vehicle Tampering Prevention

Enforcement Statistics Update

Workshop: Collision Repair Proposals
Meeting Recording

Workshop Recording
July 18, 2019
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Department of Consumer Affairs, HQ 1
Hearing Room
1625 North Market Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
Agenda

Legislation and Regulations Update

California Vehicle Inspection System Transition (CAL-VISTA) Project Update

OBD Pre-Inspection Activity Presentation

2019 Smog Check Performance Report

Station Wall License QR Code Demonstration

Online Training Presentation

Cars for Schools Update

Enforcement Statistics Update
Meeting Recording
April 18, 2019
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Department of Consumer Affairs, HQ 1
Hearing Room
1625 North Market Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
Agenda

Legislation and Regulations Update

California Vehicle Inspection System Transition (CAL-VISTA) Project Update

Permanent Diagnostic Trouble Codes (PDTC) Implementation Plan

Product Labeling Regulations

Case Processing Overview

Enforcement Statistics Update

Enforcement/Licensing Modernization (ELM) Overview

Workshop: Collision Repair Proposals
Meeting Recording

Workshop Recording
January 17, 2019
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Department of Consumer Affairs, HQ 1
Hearing Room
1625 North Market Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
Agenda

Legislation and Regulations Update

California Vehicle Inspection System Transition (CAL-VISTA) Project Update

2018-19 Program Reviews

Smog Check Program Update

Enforcement Statistics Update

DCA News and Updates Letter

Workshop: Repair Assistance
Meeting Recording

Workshop Recording

BAG Member Organizations and Representatives

American Automobile Association - Northern California
Bryan Pearson

Automobile Club of Southern California
Megan McKernan

Automotive Maintenance and Repair Association/Motorist Assurance Program
Jeff Cox

Automotive Service Councils of California
David Kusa

California Auto Body Association
Jack Molodanof

California Automotive Business Coalition
Bud Rice
Nikki Ayers

California Automotive Teachers
Andrew McGee
Ruben Parra

California Automotive Wholesalers' Association
Ryan Pierini

California New Car Dealers Association
Brian Maas

Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair
David Robinette

Knox, Lemmon & Anapolsky, LLP
Louis J. Anapolsky

Personal Insurance Federation of California
Seren Taylor

Preventative Automotive Maintenance Association
Matthew Webb

Universal Technical Institute
Tess Dubois-Carey