The bill amends RCW 46.12.560 to address the backlog of vehicle inspections by introducing several changes to the requirements for obtaining a certificate of title. Notably, it specifies that, except for certain exemptions, applicants must provide a certificate of vehicle inspection completed by the Washington State Patrol or an authorized inspector for vehicles that have been declared a total loss or salvage, or that have undergone significant repairs. Additionally, the bill exempts all-terrain vehicles, wheeled all-terrain vehicles, and utility-type vehicles from the vehicle identification number inspection requirements.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a new section in chapter 46.09 RCW, stating that vehicles titled under this chapter are exempt from the vehicle identification number inspection mandated in RCW 46.12.560. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, following its passage through the Senate and House and approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 46.12.560
Bill as Passed Legislature: 46.12.560
Session Law: 46.12.560