Bill > HB1873

This bill requires the Air Conservation Commission to terminate by January 1, 2028, the operation of any motor vehicle emissions inspection program established under the Air Quality Attainment Act. The bill effectively removes provisions related to emissions inspections from several existing sections of Missouri state law, including those governing vehicle registration, safety inspections, and air quality. Specifically, the bill eliminates the requirement for emissions inspections in various contexts, such as vehicle registration renewal, fleet vehicle registration, and vehicle sales. The legislation removes language mandating emissions testing for vehicles in certain areas of the state and repeals multiple sections of law related to emissions inspection programs. By setting a clear termination date of January 1, 2028, the bill provides a defined timeline for phasing out these emissions inspection requirements, potentially reducing regulatory burden on vehicle owners and businesses in Missouri.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1873&year=2026&code=R