Tele-Talk question: Should N.H. end mandatory vehicle inspections?

The New Hampshire House has passed a bill to repeal annual vehicle inspections, though it has yet to become law. Republicans, who hold the majority, argue that car owners — not the state — should be responsible for ensuring their vehicles are safe. The GOP also fears that some inspection technicians may be finding safety issues that do not exist. Democrats opposed the measure, warning that heavy use of corrosive road salt could make vehicles unsafe without owners realizing it. Eliminating inspections would also come at a cost. The state stands to lose $200 million in federal funding, nearly half of its annual allotment.

This week’s Tele-Talk question: Should N.H. end mandatory vehicle inspections?