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CEA Applauds Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles and Gov. McAuliffe for Reversing Ban on Uber, LyftARLINGTON, Va. --(Business Wire)-- The following statement can be attributed to Gary Shapiro, president and CEO of the Consumer Electronics Association (News - Alert) (CEA)®: "We are encouraged by reports that the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is taking steps to allow innovative transportation network providers Uber and Lyft to operate in the Commonwealth. As we noted from the moment the DMV issued a 'cease-and-desist' order to these companies, denying them the ability to operate in Virginia is anti-consumer, anti-jobs and directly at odds with Virginia's reputation as a pro-business state. "We urge the DMV to expedite its review of the companies' applications for Virginia broker's licenses and their request for temporary operating authority. The sooner the state moves to enable ride sharing services to operate in the state, the sooner we can help reduce traffic congestion, provide safe and reliable transportation options for consumers and continue to promote innovation throughout Virginia. "We applaud Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe for his leadership on this issue and the DMV for listening to the voices of Virginia's consumers and entrepreneurs. Wealso urge the Virginia legislature to craft a long-term solution to allow ride sharing throughout the state and to let the world know: Virginia stands for innovation." The Innovation Movement unites those who believe innovation is critical to American global leadership and economic growth, supporting public policies that encourage and advance American business and shore up our economy for future generations. To learn more about the campaign and how to join us, click here. About CEA: The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the technology trade association representing the $208 billion U.S. consumer electronics industry. More than 2,000 companies enjoy the benefits of CEA membership, including legislative advocacy, market research, technical training and education, industry promotion, standards development and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA also owns and produces the International CES (News - Alert) - The Global Stage for Innovation. All profits from CES are reinvested into CEA's industry services. Find CEA online at www.CE.org, www.DeclareInnovation.com and through social media: http://www.ce.org/social. UPCOMING EVENTS
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