Enact the E-Check Ease Act

HB 640, titled the E-Check Ease Act, amends state laws to streamline the governor's ability to declare and manage air pollution emergencies by limiting their duration and requiring legislative oversight for extensions. The bill also modifies the E-Check program by allowing the director of environmental protection to implement motor vehicle inspection and maintenance programs in counties where they are federally mandated after June 2023. A key provision requires the state to contract with a vendor to operate a decentralized inspection program using existing local businesses and auto repair facilities to increase consumer convenience. Additionally, the legislation mandates that vehicle owners receive at least sixty days' notice before their inspection is due and ensures the new program achieves emission reductions comparable to previous contracts.