All Roll Calls
Yes: 114 • No: 7
UtahS.B. 2082026 General SessionSenate
Vehicle Emission Inspection Program Revisions
Sponsored By: Stephanie Pitcher (Democratic)
Signed by Governor
Emissions ControlState Tax CommissionRevenue and TaxationMotor VehiclesTransportationVehicle RegistrationDivision of Motor Vehicles
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
Big penalty for fake registration address
Beginning January 1, 2027, using a false or improper address to avoid an emissions test carries a $1,000 civil penalty. The Division can suspend or revoke your registration, title, plate, or permit. You cannot get a new or renewed registration until the penalty is paid or you no longer own the vehicle. The State Tax Commission may keep part of the fine for investigation costs and send the rest to the county.
Registration protection for certain diesel cars
Beginning January 1, 2027, counties cannot deny registration just because listed diesel models have a defeat device covered by the Volkswagen partial consent decrees or a U.S. EPA‑approved modification. Covered examples include certain 2.0‑liter VW Jetta and Audi A3 models and certain 3.0‑liter VW Touareg, Audi Q7, and Porsche Cayenne Diesel models.
Emissions proof required to register
Beginning January 1, 2027, you must show a valid emissions inspection certificate, if your vehicle needs one that year, before you can register. The Division also offers email reminders at least 30 days before your registration expires if you opt in. The reminder helps you plan, but it does not replace the inspection rule.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Stephanie Pitcher
Democratic • Senate
Cosponsors
Jordan D. Teuscher
Republican • House
Roll Call Votes
House vote • 3/4/2026
House/ circled
Yes: 0 • No: 0
House vote • 3/4/2026
House/ uncircled
Yes: 0 • No: 0
House vote • 3/4/2026
House/ passed 3rd reading
Yes: 66 • No: 0
Senate vote • 2/27/2026
Senate/ uncircled
Yes: 0 • No: 0
Senate vote • 2/27/2026
Senate/ passed 3rd reading
Yes: 25 • No: 0
Senate vote • 2/23/2026
Senate/ circled
Yes: 0 • No: 0
Senate vote • 2/20/2026
Senate/ passed 2nd reading
Yes: 17 • No: 7
House vote • 2/2/2026
Senate Comm - Favorable Recommendation
Yes: 6 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Governor Signed
3/23/2026Senate/ to Governor
3/11/2026SenateSenate/ received enrolled bill from Printing
3/11/2026SenateSenate/ enrolled bill to Printing
3/10/2026SenateEnrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate
3/10/2026Draft of Enrolled Bill Prepared
3/6/2026Bill Received from Senate for Enrolling
3/6/2026Senate/ signed by President/ sent for enrolling
3/5/2026SenateSenate/ received from House
3/5/2026SenateHouse/ to Senate
3/4/2026HouseHouse/ signed by Speaker/ returned to Senate
3/4/2026HouseHouse/ passed 3rd reading
3/4/2026HouseHouse/ uncircled
3/4/2026HouseHouse/ circled
3/4/2026HouseHouse/ 3rd reading
3/4/2026HouseHouse/ 2nd reading
3/4/2026HouseHouse/ Rules to 3rd Reading Calendar
3/4/2026HouseHouse/ 1st reading (Introduced)
3/2/2026HouseHouse/ received from Senate
2/27/2026HouseSenate/ to House
2/27/2026SenateSenate/ passed 3rd reading
2/27/2026SenateSenate/ uncircled
2/27/2026SenateSenate/ circled
2/23/2026SenateSenate/ 3rd reading
2/23/2026SenateSenate/ passed 2nd reading
2/20/2026Senate
Bill Text
Enrolled
3/10/2026
Introduced
1/27/2026