The bill proposes amendments to the registration fees for various vehicles in Montana, specifically targeting light vehicles, trailers, and off-highway vehicles. Key changes include a reduction in the annual registration fees for light vehicles, with fees adjusted to $110 for vehicles 4 years or less, $40 for those 5 to 10 years old, and $20 for vehicles 11 years or older. Additionally, the one-time registration fee for trailers, semitrailers, and pole trailers is set at $50, while the fee for collector's items is reduced to $10. Other adjustments include a decrease in fees for motorcycles, quadricycles, and snowmobiles, with many fees now set at $45. The bill also introduces a new permanent registration fee of $75 for light vehicles 11 years old or older.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the conditions under which these fees apply, including exemptions for certain vehicles owned by government entities and provisions for individuals eligible for fee waivers. It also specifies that revenue collected from these fees will be deposited into the state general fund, with additional stipulations regarding the allocation of specific fees for state parks and recreational facilities. Overall, the bill aims to revise and simplify the vehicle registration fee structure while providing financial relief to vehicle owners in Montana.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 61-3-321, 61-3-562
SB0327_1(1): 61-3-321, 61-3-562
SB0327_1: 61-3-321, 61-3-562