Transportation (Electric Vehicles)

This bill increases the three-year registration fees for electric vehicles in Connecticut, affecting owners of battery electric, fuel cell electric, range-extended battery electric, and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Under the new provisions, electric vehicles would pay $345 annually while plug-in hybrids would pay $233, compared to the standard $120 fee for conventional passenger vehicles. The changes apply to all electric and hybrid vehicles except those with special license plates, though exemptions exist for certain nonprofit fire apparatus and transit buses. Owners aged 65 or older retain the option to renew their registration for one year or the standard period with prorated fees. The legislation takes effect on October 1, 2026.