The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 5544, aims to amend current statutes by establishing a registration fee specifically for electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Additionally, it introduces a per-kilowatt-hour tax on electricity purchased at public electric vehicle charging stations. This initiative is designed to generate revenue that will be directed towards the Special Transportation Fund.

The bill emphasizes the importance of creating a sustainable funding mechanism for transportation infrastructure as the adoption of electric vehicles increases. By implementing these fees and taxes, the legislation seeks to ensure that electric vehicle users contribute to the maintenance and development of transportation systems, similar to traditional vehicle owners. The revenue generated from these measures will be crucial for supporting the state's transportation needs.