Bill > HF2666

This bill establishes a new special license plate program for snowmobile enthusiasts in Minnesota. The bill allows registered owners of passenger automobiles, non-commercial trucks, motorcycles, or recreational vehicles to obtain snowmobile-themed special license plates by paying specific fees and making a financial contribution to the snowmobile trails and enforcement account. To qualify, applicants must pay the required special plate fees, registration taxes, and make an initial contribution upon application, with subsequent annual contributions. The commissioner of motor vehicles will design the plate in consultation with the Minnesota United Snowmobilers Association. Plate holders can transfer the special plates to another qualifying vehicle registered to the same owner for a $5 transfer fee. Notably, the contributions collected through this program will be directly appropriated to the commissioner of natural resources to fund grants for developing, maintaining, and grooming snowmobile trails and acquiring trail easements. The new special license plate program will become effective on January 1, 2026, for plates issued on or after that date.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF2666&ssn=0&y=2025