Smog check: exemption.

CA AB1368 aimed to change the rules around smog checks by providing exemptions for certain vehicles. This would mean that some cars would not need to undergo the usual emissions testing, potentially making it easier for owners of older vehicles. However, the bill did not pass in the legislature.

Supporters of CA AB1368 argued that the bill would relieve financial burdens on vehicle owners, particularly those with older cars that may not be worth the cost of a smog check. They believed that the exemption would encourage more people to keep their vehicles on the road, thus supporting local economies.

Critics of CA AB1368 contended that exempting certain vehicles from smog checks could lead to increased air pollution and undermine efforts to improve air quality in California. They argued that maintaining rigorous emissions standards is essential for public health and environmental protection.