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This bill prohibits the state of Maryland or any local jurisdiction from implementing a vehicle-miles-traveled (VMT) tax or similar fees, effectively blocking any attempts to charge drivers based on the number of miles they drive. Specifically, the bill prevents the imposition of a VMT tax, mileage-based user fees, GPS-tracking tolls, or other comparable taxes. Additionally, the legislation explicitly forbids state or local authorities from requiring the installation of any tracking device in privately owned vehicles to monitor miles traveled. The bill includes an exception that allows the Comptroller of Maryland to continue entering into existing fuel use tax agreements with other states, which involve tracking mileage and fuel usage for motor carriers. The prohibition on VMT taxes and tracking devices will take effect on October 1, 2025, representing a proactive measure to protect drivers' privacy and prevent what some might consider an invasive form of taxation. This legislation is part of what is being called the "Transportation Freedom Act of 2025," which aims to prevent potential future implementations of mile-based transportation taxation.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0557?ys=2025RS