This bill pertains to Marengo County and introduces an additional issuance fee for motor vehicle tags, with the maximum fee capped at five dollars ($5) per vehicle tag. The fee applies to all motor vehicles as defined in Section 40-12-240 of the Code of Alabama 1975, excluding utility trailers. The Marengo County Commission is granted the authority to levy this fee and may also remove it at their discretion, provided it does not interfere with any contractual obligations. The bill also stipulates that the fee is due at the same time as the state license and registration fee and cannot be collected more than once in a 12-month period for each vehicle. Additionally, individuals aged 65 or older are eligible for an exemption from this fee for one motor vehicle upon verified proof of age.

The revenue generated from this additional fee is to be deposited into a special fund managed by the county commission. The funds are designated for distribution to the Marengo County Economic Development Authority and for improvements to the Marengo County road system as authorized by the county commission. The bill has a retroactive effect, applying from October 1, 2022, and any fees collected since that date, along with the distribution and expenditure of those funds, are ratified and confirmed. The act is set to become effective immediately upon its enactment. The Senate passed the bill on May 2, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 40-12-240
Enrolled: 40-12-240