Bill > S0211

This bill proposes to change the frequency of motor vehicle inspections in Vermont from annually to every two years for most vehicles, including those requiring safety, visual emissions, and on-board diagnostic (OBD) system checks. OBD systems are a type of computer system in modern vehicles that monitors emissions-related components. The bill also doubles the fee for each inspection certificate issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles from $8.00 to $16.00, with the revenue still allocated to the Transportation Fund for bridge maintenance. To manage this transition, vehicles will continue to follow the month indicated on their current inspection sticker, but new certificates issued after July 1, 2026, will reflect the new two-year inspection cycle. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2026.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/S.211