Jessica Vargas

The committee discussed the emissions pricing restructure, exploring proposals to amend the current maximum fee formula to better align with contemporary labor and testing time requirements. Additionally, an informational update was provided regarding national and state-level emergency fuel waivers concerning gasoline containing higher ethanol concentrations. The committee also received a notification about an upcoming workshop for proposed regulatory changes regarding the use of on-board diagnostic emissions analyzers.

The meeting addressed several key items, starting with administrative updates, including the introduction of a new Administrative Assistant II, Jessica Warren, who will take over administrative responsibilities for the meeting, while oversight remains with Chris Patterson. The committee discussed upcoming expirations and needs for membership appointments. An update was provided regarding Senate Bill 80 (SB-80), which criminalized tampering with an emissions system or possessing an emulator, clarifying that it provides enforcement tools but does not change existing modification laws. The committee discussed setting the schedule for 2026 meetings, with proposed dates including January 13th, April 14th, July 14th, and October 13th, all scheduled for 2:00 pm, which was tentatively confirmed to be finalized in a future action item.

The meeting covered the CC/DES serious nonattainment classification for the 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), with a presentation by Sonoma Technology on the requirements for the Inspections and Maintenance Program. The committee discussed the differences between "low enhanced" and "enhanced" I&M programs, waiver requirements, and improving repair effectiveness. Legislative updates were provided on AB417, AB545, and SB80, which pertain to law enforcement's ability to address modified exhausts, emission certificate fees, and tampering with emission systems. Glenn Smith was recognized for his service on the committee as he is retiring.

The meeting included discussions on legislative session topics relevant to IM, such as SB-80 regarding tampering with emissions and stolen vehicles, AB-525 proposing a new emission exempt license plate for "Antique Kei Vehicles", SB-545 to increase the cert fee, SB-230 concerning biennial emission testing, and SB-78 which would place the committee under the Office of Nevada Boards, Commissions and Counsel Standards. The agenda was approved, and there were no public comments or informational items.

The Department of Motor Vehicles is proposing to amend Chapter 483 of the Nevada Administrative Code. The workshop will solicit comments on proposed regulations related to additional fees charged for driver's license and credential production contained in NAC 483.900.