SEMA ACTION NETWORK LEGISLATIVE ALERT UPDATE
Arizona Bill to Exempt Older Vehicles from Emissions Inspection Signed Into Law
Legislation to exempt all vehicles manufactured in the 1974 model year and earlier from the state’s mandatory biennial emissions inspection program was signed into law by Arizona Governor Jan Brewer. Under previous law, only vehicles manufactured in 1966 and earlier and “collectibles” were exempt. The governor’s signature acknowledges the relatively minimal environmental impact of older vehicles, such as the historic cars targeted for this exemption. These vehicles constitute a small portion of the vehicle fleet and are well-maintained and infrequently operated.
Thank you and congratulations to all who participated in supporting this bill!
Angelo is the editor of Old Cars Weekly, the antique car hobby’s longest-running publication and the only weekly publication in the hobby. The Minnesota native is a die-hard Cadillac lover, the author of “Cadillac: 100 Years of Innovation,” show judge and a member of many car clubs.
WOW! I live in Az and drive a 67 Corvair that has to be tested every year and knew nothing of this bill. Glad it finally passed, emisions test was almost as much as a years plate. My registration is due in May so will soon find out if it is true.
Greg S