Vehicle Laws - Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program - Modifications

HB 806 creates a formal certification process for facilities conducting vehicle emissions inspections in Maryland. It requires the Motor Vehicle Administration and Environment Secretary to establish application rules and standards to certify these facilities, replacing previous provisions. The bill directly affects auto repair shops and inspection stations seeking to legally perform emissions tests under the state program. Key provisions include defining "Certified Emissions Inspection Facility" and mandating that all such facilities must meet the new certification requirements. This changes how facilities qualify to operate, without altering emissions standards or testing procedures themselves.