BAR Advisory Group

The BAR Advisory Group (BAG) was established to increase the level of communication between BAR, the automotive repair industry, and stakeholders. BAG is an informal, voluntary membership group that meets quarterly to provide input to the chief on BAR programs.

2023 BAG Meetings

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

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 102
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 102
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 102
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 102
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 Members

  • Louis J. Anapolsky, Knox, Lemmon & Anapolsky, LLP
  • Nikki Ayers, California Automotive Business Coalition
  • Gary Conover, California Automotive Wholesalers' Association
  • Jeff Cox, Automotive Maintenance and Repair Association/Motorist Assurance Program
  • Johan Gallo, California Automotive Business Coalition
  • David Kusa, Automotive Service Councils of California
  • Brian Maas, California New Car Dealers Association
  • Andrew McGee, California Automotive Teachers
  • Megan McKernan, Automobile Club of Southern California
  • Jack Molodanof, California Auto Body Association
  • Ruben Parra, California Automotive Teachers
  • Bryan Pearson, American Automobile Association - Northern California
  • David Robinette, Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair
  • Seren Taylor, Personal Insurance Federation of California
  • Mathew Webb, Automotive Oil Change Association