Opponents argue that eradicating the safety inspection will lead to more unsafe cars on Texan roads. These tests inspect components like the horn, windscreen wipers, brakes, tires, and other important equipment. However, Rep. Mayes Middleton, a Republican from Galveston County, argued against that point.
“Vehicle inspections are a costly and time-consuming process that [provides] little benefit to public safety,” said Middleton to lawmakers.
If the bill were to be passed, motorists in several areas will still be required to subject their vehicles to emission inspections. This includes the Tarrant, Dallas, and Parker Counties. Should safety inspections be discontinued, the Texas Mobility Fund (which finances the construction of highways) would lose funding. The bill makes concessions for this, with a fee that drivers would pay when registering their cars.