HB 5159 Summary

• Extends validity of vehicle registrations, driver licenses, and related permits that expired between March 1, 2020 and approximately 90 days after the bill's effective date, with different grace periods based on expiration timing.

• Waives late fees for vehicle registration renewals and driver license renewals from March 31, 2021 through the end of the extended validity periods, and requires the Secretary of State to reimburse late fees already collected during this timeframe.

• Allows dealers to apply for vehicle titles and registrations within 30 days of the bill's effective date (instead of the standard 15-day requirement) without penalty or late fees for vehicles sold between April 1, 2021 and before the 30-day deadline.

• Makes changes to grammatical language throughout the vehicle code, replacing "shall" with "must" and making other minor statutory language updates.

• Provides retroactive application of the bill to late fees charged on or after March 31, 2021 and to vehicle title applications for vehicles sold on or after April 1, 2021.