HI SB23

Repeals vehicle license recovery fees established by Act 137 (2017) that allowed rental car companies to pass additional fees to lessees, including motor vehicle weight taxes, registration fees, inspection fees, and use taxes.

Changes the prorated calculation method for vehicle license and registration fees from 1/292nd back to 1/365th of annual fees per rental day, reducing the amount charged to individual lessees.

Limits lessors to passing on only recurring government fees and taxes (general excise tax, surcharge taxes, county surcharge, and airport facility charges) rather than fixed, one-time costs of doing business.

Requires lessors to submit certified public accountant statements to the Department of Transportation and Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs detailing rents, fees paid, and amounts charged to lessees for compliance verification.

Takes effect January 1, 2050.