This bill proposes the repeal of Article 16 of the Code of West Virginia, which encompasses sections 17C-16-1 through 17C-16-9. These sections currently establish mandatory state inspections for motor vehicles, detailing requirements for vehicle safety, compliance by owners and drivers, and the roles of the Department of Public Safety and the West Virginia State Police in enforcing these inspections. The bill aims to eliminate these regulations entirely, thereby removing the legal framework that mandates vehicle inspections in the state.

By repealing these sections, the bill effectively removes the requirements for periodic inspections, the issuance of inspection certificates, and the penalties associated with operating a vehicle without such a certificate. This legislative change reflects a significant shift in the state's approach to vehicle safety regulations, potentially impacting vehicle operation standards and enforcement mechanisms in West Virginia.