allowing a 180-day operation waiver when a motor vehicle fails an emission control test.

HB 212 would allow vehicle owners to continue operating a motor vehicle for up to 180 days after failing an emissions test while they arrange repairs. This directly affects drivers whose vehicles fail required emissions inspections but need to keep driving. The key provision is a temporary operational waiver, replacing the standard requirement to repair the vehicle immediately. The bill was referred to committee and ultimately reported "Inexpedient to Legislate" (16-0 vote) on November 18, 2025, meaning it did not advance further.