Bill > HB0277

This bill amends Utah vehicle registration laws to allow vehicle owners to cancel their vehicle registration electronically and receive a prorated refund for certain fees and taxes for vehicles weighing 12,000 pounds or less. The bill specifies that while registration cancellation is possible, vehicle owners are still required to legally register their vehicles. Refunds will be calculated on a monthly pro-rata basis for any whole months remaining in the 12-month registration period, with important exceptions: motorcycles, vehicles over 12,000 pounds, roadable aircraft, off-highway vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, recreational vehicles, and vintage vehicles are not eligible for refunds. The division processing the refund may subtract mailing and administrative costs, and if those costs exceed the refund amount, no refund will be issued. Additionally, the bill modifies the uniform fee structure for vehicle registration, ensuring that when a vehicle owner cancels registration, they can also receive a prorated refund of the uniform fee paid in lieu of ad valorem property taxes. The changes will take effect on January 1, 2026, providing vehicle owners with more flexibility in managing their registration and potential financial recoupment when canceling vehicle registration.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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