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MD SB896

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Hershey

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Reduces annual registration fees for Class A passenger vehicles to $50.50 (3,700 lbs or less) and $76.50 (over 3,700 lbs), down from $80.50 and $151.50 respectively under current law

  • Lowers fees across multiple vehicle classes including: Class B for-hire vehicles ($150 from $180), Class C funeral/ambulance ($100 from $130), Class D motorcycles ($35 from $65), and Class H school vehicles ($51 from $81)

  • Eliminates the tiered fee increases that took effect July 1, 2024 and July 1, 2025, reverting to lower flat rates for trucks, trailers, tractors, and commercial vehicles

  • Removes additional surcharges of $20-$75 that were added to base registration fees for Class E trucks, Class F tractors, Class G trailers, Class P passenger buses, and Class T tow trucks

  • Takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Vehicle Laws - Registration Fees - Alterations

Motor Vehicles

Last Action

Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m. (Judicial Proceedings)

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Judicial Proceedings2/6/2026

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