(Sept 30, 2010) - Recently, the California Legislature considered bill AB 1824 that would prohibit the use (in California) of non-biodegradable toxic chemicals in a chemical toilet, recreational vehicle, or waste facility of a vessel. As expected, the bill passed both the House and the Senate and was sent to Governor Schwarzenegger for approval. However, the governor chose to veto the bill! Here's the text of the letter he sent to the legislature:

DYERSBURG, TN (Aug 23, 2010) — Rough Country Suspension ® Products is proud to announce the new line of Dodge 1500 4” and 6” Suspension lift Kits. Designed to offer an affordable way to maximize off-road performance and run up to 37” tires, these kits offer high quality, heavy-duty equipment for ’06 – ’08 and ’09 and up model Dodge 1500’s. Utilizing heavy-duty, laser cut, steel equipment engineered by Rough Country, the 6” Suspension Lift is a complete kit that includes everything needed for outstanding off-road performance. High-clearance front and rear cross-members provide enough room for off-road climbs and runs. A heavy-duty skid plate shields the vehicle’s differential.  Also included in this kit are a set of driver and passenger side cast knuckles, lengthened to promote proper geometry once the vehicle is lifted and a pair of rear Performance 2.2 shock absorbers - Rough Country’s premiere shocks; custom valved specifically for unparalleled off-road performance while maintaining superb highway handling. The 6” Dodge 1500 lift retails for the market leading price of $1399.95. Rough Country has also introduced a 4” version of this kit as well as a 4” and 6” ’06 – ’08 model version starting at $949.95

DYERSBURG, TN, (Aug 4, 2010): Rough Country Suspension Systems announces the addition of a highly versatile suspension lift kit for Jeep JK. The 3.5” Series II Lift Kit is focused around drastically improving off-road performance without compromising highway ride quality. Engineered by Rough Country’s Research and Development department, the 3.5” JK lift kit has been designed to mirror or exceed the quality of OEM equipment where possible while providing extra clearance and reinforced suspension components for off-road applications.

DENVER, Friday August 13, 2010 – Two disabled Coloradans – one a Vietnam War veteran who lost his leg in combat – joined a group of Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) clubs Friday to sue the Colorado Board of Parks and Outdoor Recreation (Parks Board) to set aside its recent action to divert OHV user fees to activities other than motorized recreation.