MN HF1133

Single occupant all-electric vehicles may operate in priced lanes, high-occupancy vehicle lanes, or dynamic shoulder lanes without monthly fees, subscription charges, or per-trip charges, though toll-collection devices may be required.

All-electric vehicles must pay an $85 annual surcharge in addition to standard passenger automobile registration taxes, effective for registration periods starting January 1, 2018.

"All-electric vehicle" is defined as an electric vehicle powered solely by an electric motor drawing current from rechargeable storage batteries, fuel cells, or other portable electrical sources, and explicitly excludes plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.

"Electric vehicle" is defined to include all-electric vehicles, neighborhood electric vehicles, medium-speed electric vehicles, and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, all meeting federal safety regulations.

For previously registered vehicles, the total annual tax and surcharge cannot exceed the smallest total amount previously paid or due on that vehicle.