Bill > HB164

This bill amends various sections of Delaware motor vehicle law to introduce new registration fees for alternative fuel vehicles and make several administrative changes. Specifically, the bill defines four new categories of vehicles: electric motor vehicles, plug-in electric vehicles, non-plug-in electric vehicles, and other fuel vehicles. It establishes a new fee structure for registering these alternative fuel vehicles, with additional registration fees that vary based on the vehicle's gross load weight. The fees range from $60 to $900 per year, depending on the vehicle type and weight. The bill also increases various other motor vehicle-related fees, such as driver's license renewal fees (from $40 to $50), commercial driver's license fees, duplicate license replacement fees, and document fees. The purpose of these new fees, particularly for alternative fuel vehicles, is to compensate for declining motor fuel tax revenue as more electric and alternative fuel vehicles enter the market. Most provisions of the bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, with some specific exceptions for document fee implementation. The changes aim to ensure that the Transportation Trust Fund remains adequately funded as vehicle technology and fuel sources evolve.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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