Bill > A00941

This bill increases registration fees for motor vehicles based on their weight, with a phased implementation beginning in 2026 and full implementation by 2030. The fee structure varies depending on the type of vehicle (sedans, SUVs, trucks) and is calculated per pound, with higher rates for heavier vehicles. Notably, the bill provides a fee waiver for electric vehicles weighing up to 5,000 pounds, specifically reducing the fee for the first 1,000 pounds to zero. The collected registration fees will be deposited into the dedicated highway and bridge trust fund, with 75% directed towards street safety projects like protected bike lanes, pedestrian islands, and road improvements, and 25% allocated to roadway maintenance and repair. Starting in 2026, the registration fees will be incrementally increased until reaching the full rate in 2030. The bill also requires the Department of Transportation to submit an annual report detailing the street safety and roadway projects funded by these fees, along with vehicle weight data and crash statistics. The legislation aims to both generate revenue for infrastructure improvements and incentivize the adoption of lighter and electric vehicles.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A941