DV......a group of us from CT attempted the SEMA approach in the Spring of 2007, testified at the CT General Assembly Transportation Committee hearing and also submitted written testimony. SEMA did not testify in person, but submitted their written testimony. Request did not get acted upon.
On the positive side, the CT DMV did include in their annual DMV Bill an exemption on emissions testing for all " Composites " , For us, this was a big win , allowing any engine modifications etc. Prior to the exemption, the emissions testing requirement was based upon the model year registered including Composites with specific emission standards for Composites. Peter from ERA in New Britain CT testified in person as well as submitting written testimony.
The DMV Support Department was extremely helpful in allowing a review of the summary data, no names etc., on registrations by Model and Year. A factor which contributed to the acceptance of the emissions exemption that also applies to new Composite registrations, only 330 Composites registered in the state . Considering the New England weather and limited recreational use, the impact on the environment by the Composites was insignificant.
The CT Council of Car Clubs, aka 4Cs, has a lobbyist that continues to promote and monitor legislation impacting the hobbyist, but the SEMA approach has still not been accepted
http://www.ctccc.net/