Bill > HB1594

This bill establishes a new system for annual registration fees for electric vehicles, moving away from a flat fee to a tiered structure based on vehicle type and weight, and will take effect on January 1, 2027. Specifically, Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) will have a fee of $0 for those weighing up to 1,000 pounds, $50 for those between 1,001 and 3,000 pounds, $100 for those between 3,001 and 8,000 pounds, and $150 for those over 8,000 pounds, while Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) will continue to have a flat fee of $50 regardless of weight. The division of motor vehicles will determine vehicle classification and weight using manufacturer specifications and registration records, and all collected fees will be deposited into the highway fund. The bill also allows the division to create rules regarding vehicle classification, fee collection, exemptions, and the implementation of these new fee structures.