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Maryland Adopts Auto Glass Safety Reg in Accordance with AGRSS Standard
Auto glass safety regulations in accordance with the Automotive Glass Safety Replacement Standard (AGRSS Standard) have been adopted by the State of Maryland. The state regulations were promulgated by the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) and became effective on March … Continue reading
Massachusetts Considers Auto Glass Safety Bill
The Massachusetts legislature Joint Committee on Transportation held a hearing on March 9 on legislation that would create state auto glass replacement safety standards. The bill, H. 4445, introduced by Representatives Josh Cutler and Kathleen LaNatra, defines “Aftermarket safety glass … Continue reading
Video Shows Montgomery County Police Officer Rescuing Unconscious Driver from Fiery Car
According to the police department, Sergeant B. Drew busted out the window of a burning car with his flashlight and then pulled an unconscious driver out of the car. Click here to read more.
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County Leaders Advocate Reduced Roadway Injuries and Fatalities
Montgomery County Council Vice President Evan Glass held a rally event on Saturday highlighting the importance of “Vision Zero” programs to reduce roadway injuries and fatalities. The event was held just blocks away from the spot where Luz Marina Roa … Continue reading
Auto Glass Industry Loses Two More
Lee Essman Sasscer, 87, died Nov. 17, 2021, in White Plains, Maryland. Born in Washington, DC, Sasscer co-owned A-1 Auto Glass Co. in La Plata, Md. with his oldest son. He is survived by children, Robin Sasscer Maude of La … Continue reading
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Auto Glass Safety Becomes Law in Maryland
Auto glass safety legislation requiring the state to adopt regulations that “meet or exceed” the ANSI/AGSC/Automotive Glass Replacement Safety Standard (AGRSS) has been enacted by the State of Maryland. The bill was passed by the state legislature in April and … Continue reading