HF1690

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to make technical changes to the statutes related to the motorcycle safety account in Minnesota. These changes involve updating specific sections of the law related to vehicle registration and license plates, as well as ensuring financial contributions to the motorcycle safety account.

Main Provisions

• Issuance of Special Plates: The bill specifies conditions under which the "Start Seeing Motorcycles" special license plates can be issued. Eligible vehicle owners include those with a passenger automobile, a noncommercial one-ton pickup truck, a motorcycle, or a recreational vehicle.

• Fee Requirements: To obtain these special license plates, applicants must pay a fee as determined under existing law for special plates. There is also a registration tax that must be paid, alongside any other required fees.

• Contribution to Motorcycle Safety Account: The bill mandates that applicants contribute a minimum of $10 annually to the motorcycle safety account. This contribution is in addition to any registration fees and taxes.

Significant Changes

• The bill amends the existing Minnesota statutes to clarify the procedure for issuing special license plates related to motorcycle awareness.
• It also codifies the financial contribution to the motorcycle safety account, ensuring continued funding for this initiative.

Relevant Terms

motorcycle safety account, license plates, vehicle registration, motorcycle awareness, registration tax, contribution