Concerns about the impact of copper runoff from brake friction material on the marine life have led coastal states to introduce and pass legislation to restrict the level of copper used for brake pads. 

The industry is working hard to comply with the aggressive targets set by California and Washington state. MEMA is working to discourage other states from passing similar legislation, since manufacturers will distribute brake pads that meet these targets nationally and conflicting regulations could make this more difficult. 

Latest News 

May 25, 2011- Oregon Brake Friction Bill Fails to Meet Procedural Deadline; No Further Consideration This Session

March 31, 2011- MEMA Testifies before Oregon State Senate Panel on Copper Friction Material 

August 31, 2010- MEMA Responds to Passage of California Copper Legislation