Leno's Law Advances in California, Could Ease Smog Rules for Classic Cars

Leno’s Law Advances in California

A bill known as “Leno’s Law” is advancing through the California Legislature with support from comedian and classic car enthusiast Jay Leno. The proposal would ease smog-check requirements for certain older collector cars that may not meet modern emissions standards. This week, the bill cleared the state Senate with bipartisan support and is scheduled for consideration by the Assembly Appropriations Committee today. Under current California law,…

Jay Leno backs classic car law with hopes that it doesn't stall out again

Jay Leno backs classic car law with hopes that it doesn't stall out again

Leno's Law advances in California, could ease smog rules for classic cars

A California bill, known as Leno's Law, aimed at easing smog-check requirements for older collector cars is advancing through the legislature. The measure would expand the state's existing exemption for certain older vehicles from the state's smog requirements.

'Leno’s Law' for classic cars gets second chance at Capitol

(The Center Square) – A classic cars bill introduced in 2025, nicknamed “Leno’s Law” after famed late-night comic Jay Leno, might get another shot at passing into law this year.

Leno’s Law for classic cars gets second chance at Capitol

By Madeline Shannon  A classic cars bill introduced in 2025, nicknamed “Leno’s Law” after famed late-night comic Jay Leno, might get another shot at passing into law this year. Senate Bill 1392, co-authored by Sen. Dave Cortese, D-San Jose and chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, and Sen. Shannon Grove, R-Bakersfield, will face its make-or-break moment in the Assembly Appropriations Committee on Thursday, the last hurdle the bill needs …