The proposed bill would amend current statutes regarding alternative fuel vehicles and their associated license plates. Under the current law, a person who owns a motor vehicle that uses alternative fuel is required to apply for an alternative fuel vehicle special plate. The bill changes this requirement by allowing such vehicle owners to apply for a standard license plate or special plate instead, if they choose not to apply for the alternative fuel vehicle special plate. Additionally, the bill specifies that if an owner opts for the alternative fuel vehicle special plate, they must pay an $8 fee, which can also apply to an alternative fuel vehicle sticker.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that all fees collected for alternative fuel vehicle stickers be deposited into the State Highway Fund. It also updates the language regarding penalties for driving in high occupancy vehicle lanes without the proper sticker, changing the penalty amount from $350 to a specified amount while ensuring that the collected fines are directed to the state general fund. Overall, the bill aims to provide more flexibility for alternative fuel vehicle owners while ensuring that fees and penalties are clearly defined and allocated.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-2416
House Engrossed Version: 28-2416
Chaptered Version: 28-2416