Bill > H2956

This bill proposes to establish new definitions and procedures for registering and titling antique vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, and motorboats, which are defined as being over 25 years old and maintained in original or restored condition. For antique vehicles where a certificate of title or previous registration doesn't exist, the registrar (the state agency responsible for vehicle registration) can issue a special "certificate of ownership" after an application process that may include an inspection to ensure the vehicle isn't stolen. This certificate of ownership will be accepted in lieu of a standard title for registration purposes and costs $40, remaining valid for the life of the vehicle as long as the original owner holds it, with a similar process and fee for transferring ownership. The bill also clarifies that antique vehicles are subject to periodic safety and emissions inspections, with specific rules for how these inspections are conducted and what standards they must meet, generally referencing the emissions standards in effect at the time of manufacture. Additionally, it exempts antique vehicles from certain motor vehicle emissions standards when being sold or offered for sale, provided they were originally manufactured with different emission standards.