This year's legislative sessions are off to a running start in the lead-up to the 2024 elections. Right to Repair remains front and center with a dozen bills already introduced and hearings being scheduled. Join our legislative priorities webinar to delve into this topic and explore other challenges facing the equipment dealer industry in the legislative arena this year.

Key Highlights:

  • The Right to Repair: Uncover the latest strides in the Right to Repair movement, analyzing its impact on your dealership and exploring the potential opportunities and obstacles that lie ahead.
  • Farm Bill Updates: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the changes in the farm bill and how they may shape agricultural policies, impacting dealers and farmers alike.
  • Dealer Statute Legislation: Stay informed about the latest developments in dealer statute legislation, and how these regulations can influence your business operations and opportunities.
  • Other Legislative Priorities: Our webinar will be packed with essential updates on a range of legislative priorities that matter to you, ensuring you are well-informed about the broader political landscape.
  • Q&A Session: Our experts answer your questions to clarify doubts and gain deeper insights into the topics discussed.
This webinar is brought to you by the  North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA).


Email Kim Schmidt at Farm Equipment with any questions about the webinar.

About NAEDA:

Founded in 1900, the North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA), is a non-profit trade organization representing retail dealers extensively engaged in the sale and service of agricultural, construction, industrial, forestry, outdoor power, lawn, and garden, and/or turf equipment. NAEDA provides essential value to its members by enhancing the dealer-manufacturer relationship and advocating for a positive legislative and regulatory environment. NAEDA is headquartered in Kansas City, MO, and its Canadian office is located in Calgary, AB. NAEDA is affiliated with regional associations located throughout the United States and Canada.

Meet the Speakers:

Jon Wommack


Eric Wareham: Senior Vice President of Government Affairs — NAEDA

Eric Wareham is the senior vice president of government affairs for NAEDA. He has extensive legal and policy experience in both a trade association and the private sector. Before joining the association, he was general counsel for an Oregon-based heavy civil construction company. He also served as the director of government relations and general counsel for an association in the wood products industry, has managed state and national political campaigns, and held numerous positions in a state legislature. Wareham is a graduate of the Willamette University College of Law and Augusta University.

Kipp McGuire


Kipp McGuire: Director of Government Affairs — NAEDA

Kipp McGuire is the director of government affairs for NAEDA. He comes from the consulting world, where he was an advisor to the U.S. Navy’s Commander of the Pacific Fleet as a member of the Commander’s Action Group and Government Affairs and Outreach teams. Before his time as a consultant, he was an Advance Officer for the Office of the Secretary of Defense, which took him across the globe coordinating nation-to-nation engagements. He has extensive experience in the legislative and policy fields and has previously worked for state and federal legislators, as well as an advisor on several political campaigns. His military service includes five years enlisted with the Marine Corps and presently is an Intelligence Officer with the Navy Reserves. He has degrees from the University of Montana and the Institute of World Politics.