We're at the halfway point of the Virginia General Assembly session, and the VADA legal team is breaking down exactly what the "Crossover" deadline means for your dealership. Join VADA Live host Dan Carrigan as he sits down with Anne Gambardella, Executive Vice President and General Counsel, and Mimi Perka, Director of Legal and Legislative Affairs, for a Capitol "vibe check."

From dodging unexpected solar canopy mandates to navigating new employment laws and surveillance pricing, Anne and Mimi share behind-the-scenes accounts of VADA's defensive wins. Tune in to find out which bills survived, which ones died, and how you can make your voice heard at the upcoming Dealer Day.

Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome & General Assembly "Vibe Check"

03:27 - What is "Crossover" and why does it matter?

09:48 - Bullets Dodged: Predictive Scheduling & Surveillance Pricing

12:21 - The unexpected legislative fight over Solar Canopies

15:58 - Broad workplace initiatives: Minimum wage & Paid Family Leave

19:18 - Dealer Modernization Bills & prepping for Dealer Day

22:51 - Right to Repair updates & defeating the tax on repair services

27:30 - The ultimate takeaway for Virginia dealers

About VADA Live: VADA LIVE is the official podcast powered by the Virginia Automobile Dealers Association, offering rich insights and information about the automotive industry in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Join VADA staff, members, and partners for behind-the-scenes accounts of our efforts in the legislature, regulatory, and industry worlds, and stay equipped with everything you need to know to be a successful and competitive automotive dealer in Virginia.