HB 25-1118

House Bill 25-1118 allows Colorado residents whose catalytic converters are stolen or mechanically fail to use a replacement that meets federal EPA standards, rather than California's stricter standards. This applies if the theft is reported and the owner has tried but failed to get a compliant replacement converter. The bill provides this flexibility until July 1, 2027, when it will no longer be in effect. Since the bill has been signed into law, Colorado residents can now use these federal standard replacements immediately under certain conditions.

Official Summary

When a catalytic converter mechanically fails or is stolen from a motor vehicle, current rules of the air quality control commission require the replacement to comply with the rules of the California air resources board. The bill creates a temporary exception that allows a person to use a replacement catalytic converter that complies with the standards established by rules of the federal environmental protection agency if: In the case of the theft of a catalytic converter, the theft has been reported to a law enforcement agency; and The owner or operator of the motor vehicle has made a reasonable effort to obtain the required replacement catalytic converter and has been unable to obtain the replacement catalytic converter. The exception is repealed, effective July 1, 2027. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)