S.B. 376 Summary

• Replaces subjective standard prohibiting mufflers that "noticeably increase" vehicle noise with specific limit of 95 decibels of sound emitted by muffler.

• Violations remain enforceable by police officers with fines ranging from $25 to $250 per offense, with authority to issue summons or citation.

• Directs director of transportation to adopt administrative rules specifying testing standards including testing site, sound level meter microphone placement, engine operation procedures, and exhaust sound measurement methods.

• Takes effect upon approval.