This bill proposes to exempt veterans from various motor vehicle registration taxes and fees in Minnesota, including registration taxes, license plate fees, title fees, driver's license and identification card fees, and motor vehicle sales taxes. The bill amends several sections of the Minnesota Statutes, specifically sections 168.012, 171.06, and 297B.03. Notably, it removes the requirement that the veteran must have a total service-connected disability to qualify for these exemptions and instead defines qualifying veterans based on the criteria set forth in section 197.447.

Additionally, the bill specifies that qualifying veterans may register up to two motor vehicles simultaneously with these exemptions and outlines which fees are excluded from the exemptions, such as personalized plate fees and required contributions for special plates. The effective dates for the various provisions are set for January 1, 2026, for certain sections, while others will apply to sales and purchases made after June 30, 2026. Overall, the bill aims to provide financial relief to veterans by reducing the costs associated with vehicle registration and ownership.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 168.012, 171.06, 297B.03