HB1502

In other required equipment, further providing for exhaust systems, mufflers and noise control; in inspection of vehicles, further providing for suspension of certificates of appointment; in snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles, further providing for mufflers and sound control; imposing penalties; and making editorial changes.

Introduced·5/28/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB1502 amends vehicle noise control laws, prohibiting modified mufflers and noncompliant exhaust systems, and outlines penalties and.

Pennsylvania HB1502 amends Titles 42 and 75 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to strengthen regulations on vehicle exhaust systems and mufflers. The bill prohibits the sale, installation, or operation of modified mufflers and related equipment that increase noise levels. It mandates that vehicles equipped with noncompliant exhaust systems fail safety inspections and subjects violators to fines and imprisonment. The Department of Transportation is tasked with developing training materials and procedures for law enforcement to identify noncompliant systems.

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History

May 28, 2025

House

Referred to Transportation