This bill amends RCW 46.17.365 to establish new motor vehicle weight fees specifically for motorcycles and to adjust existing fees for other vehicle types. For motorcycle registrations due on or after July 1, 2016, a weight fee of $15.00 is introduced, based on the motorcycle's scale weight or type. Additionally, the bill outlines a tiered fee structure for other vehicles based on their weight, with fees ranging from $25.00 for vehicles up to 4,000 pounds to $72.00 for those over 16,000 pounds. The distribution of these fees is specified under RCW 46.68.415, with provisions for redirecting revenue to the connecting Washington account under certain conditions related to fuel standards.

Furthermore, the bill introduces an additional weight fee of $10.00 for all vehicle registrations starting July 1, 2022, which will be allocated to the multimodal transportation account unless specific actions regarding fuel standards are taken by state agencies before July 1, 2023. The bill also clarifies that the Department of Ecology or any other state agency does not have the authority to implement fuel standards based on carbon intensity without explicit legislative authorization. Overall, the amendments aim to update the fee structure for vehicle registrations while addressing concerns related to fuel standards.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 46.17.365