Revise vehicle registration fees and allocate revenue for bridges and victims of crime
This bill changes how vehicle registration fees are calculated in Montana, particularly for newer and more expensive vehicles. It directly affects vehicle owners by adjusting registration costs based on a vehicle's age and manufacturer's suggested retail price. The key provision introduces an additional fee of 1% of the vehicle's price for the first year of registration for cars costing over $150,000 that are 10 years old or newer. Revenue from these fees will be allocated to special state accounts to fund highway patrol salaries, victim services, and local bridge projects. The bill also repeals an existing section and updates several state codes related to vehicle registration and fee collection.
Bill status
introduced
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Oct 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Oct 4, 2024
Last action Feb 12, 2025
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