Bill > S1381

This bill proposes to exempt battery electric vehicles, commonly known as electric cars, and their associated battery recharging stations from sales tax. However, this exemption is contingent upon the owner agreeing to pay a "vehicle miles traveled tax," which will be established by regulations from the Department of Revenue and collected as part of any battery rental agreement. This means that while the initial purchase of an electric vehicle and its charging equipment would not be subject to sales tax, owners would instead contribute to state revenue based on the distance they drive, with this payment integrated into their battery rental arrangements.