Bill > HB1465

This bill requires the Maryland Transportation Authority (MTA) to establish an installment payment plan program for individuals with unpaid video tolls and associated civil penalties exceeding $300. The program allows people who accumulate these tolls to apply for a payment plan, removing the previous "income-based" qualification language. The bill modifies existing transportation law to provide more flexibility for people struggling to pay toll violations, giving them an alternative to immediate full payment or going to trial. Under the new provisions, the MTA must develop regulations that outline the program's eligibility requirements, application process, payment options, and procedures for tracking compliance. If a person enters the installment plan but fails to make required payments, the MTA can refer the unpaid amount to the Central Collection Unit. The bill also updates various related sections of transportation law to remove references to "income-based" installment plans and adjusts the threshold for eligibility from $250 to $300. The installment payment plan program is designed to help individuals manage significant toll violations by offering a structured, more accessible payment approach. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1465?ys=2025RS