Who is responsible for issuing the eligibility of inspection stations?

The eligibility of inspection stations is solely determined by the commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The state's Department of Transportation (PennDOT) oversees the regulations and standards for vehicle inspection stations, ensuring they meet the legal requirements to operate. This approach aligns with Pennsylvania’s legislative framework, which empowers the state rather than federal or local governments, or private entities, to regulate vehicle safety and emissions. Therefore, only the commonwealth possesses the authority to issue licenses and verify the compliance of inspection stations within its jurisdiction.