HB 23-1038

House Bill 23-1038, also known as the Stolen Catalytic Converter Replacement Exemption, allows Colorado residents whose catalytic converters have been stolen to replace them with parts that meet federal standards instead of California's stricter rules. This applies if the theft is reported to the police and the owner has tried but failed to get a replacement that meets California’s requirements. The bill has been signed into law, meaning it is now official and in effect for those who need to replace stolen catalytic converters under these conditions.

Official Summary

When a catalytic converter has been 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 an 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: 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 catalytic converter.(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)