SB12-012 Summary

• Changes overt performance audits of automobile emission inspection facilities from every ninety days to at least twice per year for inspection stations, inspection-only facilities, motor vehicle dealer test facilities, and fleet inspection stations.

• Changes covert audits using unmarked vehicles from annually to at least once per year per number of inspectors at inspection-only facilities and enhanced inspection centers.

• Changes equipment audits to verify calibration and quality control from quarterly to at least twice per year at most facility types, performed contemporaneously with overt performance audits.

• Authorizes the Department of Revenue to conduct additional risk-based audits (overt, covert, and equipment) for any facility employing inspectors or mechanics suspected of violating rules based on audit results, data analysis, or consumer complaints.

• Takes effect July 1, 2012, and applies to inspections occurring on or after that date, with no additional state appropriation required.