Graduation Term
Summer 2025
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Department of Politics and Government: Political Science
Committee Chair
Lori Riverstone
Committee Member
LJ Zigerell
Committee Member
Carl Palmer
Abstract
This research paper examines the factors influencing individual preferences for vehicle emissions and inspection programs. Drawing on the Value-Belief-Norm theory and Rational Choice Theory, the study examines how environmental attitudes, concerns, and the cost of inspection programs shape an individual’s support. The study analyzed survey responses from 326 individuals at Illinois State University and found that individuals with greater environmental concern and belief in the effectiveness of emissions testing were more likely to support requiring annual vehicle emissions and inspection programs. Furthermore, funding the cost of vehicle emissions and inspections through state taxes, rather than requiring individual vehicle owners to pay directly, is associated with increased public support. Policymakers should, therefore, consider funding vehicle emissions and inspection programs through state taxes or providing subsidies to reduce the financial burden on individuals.
Access Type
Thesis-Open Access
Recommended Citation
Ackah, Vera A., "Driving the Green Agenda: Examining Individual Preferences for Vehicle Emissions and Inspection Programs" (2025). Theses and Dissertations. 2177.
https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/etd/2177
DOI
https://doi.org/10.30707/ETD.1763755358.835439