More than 100 members of the RV Industry Association (RVIA) and partner organizations met with federal legislators and decision-makers on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, June 5, during Advocacy Day, a central event of RVs Move America Week.
The goal was to highlight the industry’s $140 billion economic impact and to advocate for policies that support continued growth and stability.
The meetings, which included 107 appointments with lawmakers and agency officials, centered on key legislative priorities affecting manufacturers, dealers, campground operators, and suppliers.
Industry representatives pushed for fairer tax treatment, smarter trade policy, infrastructure investments, and stronger Congressional engagement through the RV Caucus.
“As we conclude another successful Advocacy Day, we’d like to thank our members and partners for continuing to champion the RV industry on Capitol Hill,” Jason Rano, RVIA’s vice president of government affairs, said in a News and Insights report of RVIA.
“Engaging with policymakers is a key component of achieving these legislative priorities and, ultimately, building more support for the RV industry in Congress and the administration,” Rano added.
A top concern was the need for tariff certainty and fairness for American manufacturers. RV stakeholders emphasized the challenges posed by unpredictable tariffs and the impact of retaliatory trade measures on exports of motorized RVs.
Tax policy also figured prominently. Advocates urged lawmakers to support S. 1314, the Travel Trailer and Camper Tax Parity Act, which aims to equalize floor plan financing interest deductions for towable RVs, currently limited to 30%.
The House has already passed a related measure, H.R. 332, and industry leaders are seeking Senate action.
In addition, participants voiced support for the reauthorization of the Legacy Restoration Fund, which is used to address maintenance backlogs on public lands, including roads and campgrounds frequently used by RVers. This fund is currently included in the proposed America the Beautiful Act (S. 1547).
The group also encouraged lawmakers to join the bipartisan RV Caucus, which plays a key role in advancing RV-friendly legislation and educating members of Congress about industry needs, including federal housing definitions and campground modernization efforts.