This bill amends Section 66-3-424.40 NMSA 1978 to establish a "Look Twice for Motorcycles" special registration plate for both motor vehicles and motorcycles in New Mexico. The division will issue these plates with a logo promoting driver safety awareness. The initial fee for a motor vehicle plate is set at $45, with an annual renewal fee of $15, while the motorcycle plate will cost $40 initially and $10 for renewals. The bill specifies the distribution of the additional fees collected, with portions allocated to the division for costs associated with the plates and the motorcycle training fund for driver awareness education and training.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for monitoring the issuance and renewal of these special plates. Starting July 1, 2028, the division will compare the number of new plates and renewals to averages from fiscal years 2026 and 2027. If the number falls below fifty percent of these averages, the division will cease issuing the special registration plates for either motor vehicles or motorcycles. The effective date for the provisions of this act is July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 66-3-424.40
Final Version: 66-3-424.40