This bill amends RCW 46.17.365 to establish new motor vehicle weight fees specifically for motorcycles and to update existing weight fee structures for various vehicle registrations. Notably, for registrations due or becoming due on or after July 1, 2016, the bill introduces a motorcycle weight fee of $15.00, which is based on the motorcycle's scale weight or type. Additionally, the weight fee structure for other vehicles is adjusted, with fees increasing based on the vehicle's weight, and provisions are made for distributing the revenue generated from these fees under RCW 46.68.415 or to the connecting Washington account under certain conditions.

The bill also specifies that individuals applying for motor home vehicle registrations will pay a weight fee of $75, and starting July 1, 2022, an additional weight fee of $10 will be required for all applicants, which will be directed to the multimodal transportation account unless specific actions regarding fuel standards are taken by state agencies before July 1, 2023. The bill emphasizes that no state agency has the authority to implement fuel standards based on carbon intensity without explicit legislative authorization, ensuring that the new fees and their distribution are not affected by potential future regulations on fuel standards.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 46.17.365