Bill > S09074

This bill, known as the "emission tampering act," aims to prevent the disabling, removal, or interference with emission control devices on vehicles, particularly diesel-powered heavy-duty vehicles, which are crucial for reducing air pollution and meeting greenhouse gas reduction targets. It defines an "aftermarket defeat device" as any part that bypasses or disables a vehicle's emission control system, and "tamper" as removing or rendering such a device inoperative. The bill makes it unlawful to tamper with a motor vehicle, sell or distribute aftermarket defeat devices, or possess or install them, with penalties ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 for a first offense and $2,000 to $10,000 for subsequent offenses. It also mandates that vehicle inspections include a visual check for these devices, requiring owners to remove them within ten business days and provide proof of removal, with failure to comply resulting in a civil penalty of $1,000 to $5,000. The bill also amends the vehicle and traffic law to specifically prohibit the operation of diesel vehicles with aftermarket defeat devices and outlines fines for violations.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S9074