H.R. 9083, the State Emissions Authority Act of 2026, would amend the Clean Air Act to eliminate mandatory requirements for states to operate motor vehicle inspection and maintenance programs. Currently, the Clean Air Act requires certain states, particularly those with air quality problems, to implement these programs to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality. This bill would remove those federal mandates, giving states the authority to decide whether to continue, modify, or discontinue their vehicle inspection and maintenance programs. The legislation would affect millions of vehicle owners in states that currently require regular emissions testing and could impact air quality in areas that rely on these programs to meet federal air quality standards. The bill includes no new funding mechanisms or implementation timelines, as it focuses solely on repealing existing requirements rather than establishing new programs.
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