Bill > HB1216

This bill amends Maryland's transportation laws to expand vehicle registration fee exemptions by adding new categories of military honorees and their families who will be allowed to register their vehicles without paying registration fees. Specifically, the bill creates exemptions for individuals who have received specific military decorations, including the Purple Heart, Medal of Honor, Silver Star, and Bronze Star, as well as members of Gold Star families (families who have lost a servicemember in combat or military service). This exemption applies to vehicles owned, leased, and personally used by these individuals. The new provision will be added to the existing list of vehicle registration fee exemptions, which already includes vehicles owned by government entities, volunteer fire companies, veterans with certain disabilities, and other specific organizations. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, providing a clear timeline for implementation of these new registration fee exemptions for military honorees.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1216?ys=2025RS