HB 3256
Exempts motor vehicles with model years that predate by eight years or less the date of registration or renewal of registration from the requirement to be equipped with a certified pollution control system.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
Committee
Climate, Energy, and Environment
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Bill overview
House Bill 3256 exempts older motor vehicles from the requirement to have a certified pollution control system. Specifically, vehicles with model years that are eight years or less from the date of registration or renewal are exempt. These exemptions apply statewide, with some exceptions including vehicles registered in metropolitan service districts or designated areas, farm vehicles, and certain special interest vehicles. The bill also includes exemptions for electric vehicles, first responder units, and vehicles undergoing a registration type change.
Key provisions
- Exempts motor vehicles with model years eight years or less from registration from pollution control system requirements.
- Exempts vehicles registered in metropolitan service districts and designated areas.
- Exempts farm vehicles registered under ORS 805.300.
- Exempts special interest vehicles used for exhibitions and similar events.
- Exempts electric motor vehicles (excluding hybrids).
- Exempts first response rescue units used for non-transportation purposes.
- Exempts vehicles undergoing a registration type change with a four-month advance notice.
- Exempts golf carts and all-terrain vehicles.
Who is affected
- Vehicle Owners
- Oregon Department of Transportation
- Environmental Quality Commission
- Motor Vehicle Manufacturers
- Farmers
Notable changes
- Introduces an exemption for vehicles based on model year, rather than age.
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