Relating to the authority of this state to implement a motor vehicle emissions inspection and maintenance program.

Contracts

• Equipment Leases (Critical): Review all existing leases for emissions analyzers (TAS/OBDII). You must negotiate a "Change in Law" termination clause into any new or renewed agreements. Without this, you risk being contractually obligated to pay for obsolete equipment for years after the state mandate dissolves.
• Software Vendors: Ensure your shop management software agreements allow for the rapid decoupling of emissions fees from invoicing systems within a 30-day window.

Hiring/Training

• Current Status: Maintain all current inspector certifications. Do not let certifications lapse in anticipation of a repeal that may not happen.
• Future Planning: Inspection stations heavily reliant on emissions revenue should prepare contingency plans for a Reduction in Force (RIF), as the Fiscal Note projects a reduction in state enforcement staff that will mirror private sector demand.

Reporting & Record-Keeping

• Audit Defense: Maintain all Vehicle Inspection Reports (VIRs) and emissions data for the full statutory retention period (rolling 12-24 months).
• Liability: If the program is repealed, the law does not retroactively absolve businesses of past non-compliance. DPS will likely conduct "close-out" audits to reconcile final fee remittances; your records must be impeccable to avoid trailing penalties.

Fees & Costs

• Fee Collection: Continue collecting and remitting all state emissions fees.
• Revenue Impact: Be aware that if the trigger event occurs, the cessation of the program allows for no "phase-out" period. Revenue from emissions inspections will drop to zero exactly 30 days after the federal action.