This bill introduces a road usage charge specifically for all-electric vehicles in Minnesota, amending several sections of the Minnesota Statutes. It establishes a new subdivision under section 13.6905 to govern data related to road usage charges, and defines "all-electric vehicle" in section 168.002. The bill imposes a fee of $75 for all-electric vehicles under section 168.013, and outlines a new section, 168.0132, which details the calculation and management of the road usage charge. The charge will be based on miles traveled within Minnesota and will be in addition to existing vehicle taxes. The bill also mandates the commissioner to enter into agreements with account providers for managing the road usage charge and requires annual reporting to legislative committees on the implementation and financial aspects of the charge.

Additionally, the bill includes a phase-in period for the road usage charge, with reduced rates for the first two years of implementation. It appropriates funds for administrative costs associated with the charge and specifies that revenue collected will be allocated to both the driver and vehicle services operating account and the highway user tax distribution fund. The effective date for the road usage charge is set for July 1, 2026, applying to registration periods starting on or after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 13.6905, 168.002, 168.013