Requirements established related to motor vehicle impacts, including imposing a motor vehicle weight surcharge and requiring weight disclosures; report required; and money appropriated.
This bill establishes a new vehicle weight surcharge and modifies how passenger automobile registration taxes are calculated in Minnesota. It directly affects vehicle owners by requiring additional fees based on vehicle weight and adjusting tax rates based on the manufacturer's suggested retail price. The key provisions include a tiered weight surcharge schedule that charges more for heavier vehicles, a registration tax calculation that uses a percentage of the vehicle's price that decreases over the vehicle's life, and requirements for dealers and registrars to disclose specific pricing information. The bill also appropriates funds and requires a report, with changes taking effect for registration periods starting on or after January 1, 2027.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Mar 12, 2026
Last action Mar 16, 2026
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Mar 12, 2026
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
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