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SD HB1227
Bill
Status
Passed
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Keri Weems
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AI Summary
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Owners of electric motor vehicles must pay an annual fee of $100 in addition to standard license fees, collected at the time of annual registration
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Electric motorcycles are exempt from this fee if they pay the license fee under § 32-5-9
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"Electric motor vehicle" is defined as a noncommercial vehicle powered solely by an electric motor with an externally rechargeable battery, eligible for interstate highway use and meeting NHTSA safety standards (49 C.F.R. § 571, January 1, 2021)
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All fees collected are deposited into the state highway fund
Legislative Description
Increase the annual fee required of an owner of an electric motor vehicle.
Fees
Last Action
Signed by the Governor on February 26, 2026 H.J. 452
2/26/2026
Committee Referrals
Transportation2/12/2026
Transportation1/29/2026
Full Bill Text
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