HF2107

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to establish a new category of license plates specifically for rental motor vehicles in Minnesota. This is aimed at providing a standardized and identifiable system for vehicles used primarily by auto rental companies.

Main Provisions

• Definitions: The bill defines key terms such as "auto rental company," which refers to entities primarily engaged in leasing a minimum of 50 vehicles, and "rental motor vehicle," covering various types of vehicles including passenger cars, vans, trucks, motorcycles, and recreational vehicles available for rent.

• Issuance of Plates: Auto rental companies can apply for these special license plates. To qualify, they must:

  1. Be the registered owner of the rental vehicle.
  2. Pay license and registration fees as specified in existing sections.
  3. Comply with registration rules for rental vehicles.

• Design and Validity: The license plates will have a specific design featuring the phrase "RENTAL MOTOR VEHICLE." Each set of plates is valid only for the vehicle it is registered to and is issued for a duration of seven years.

• Transferability: Plates can be transferred to another vehicle owned by the same rental company, upon application and a small transfer fee.

• Exemptions: Vehicles with these plates are exempt from certain requirements, such as displaying registration stickers and others mentioned in existing regulations.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This bill introduces a new type of license plate specifically for vehicles used by rental companies, thus creating distinct regulations and exemptions specifically tailored to the rental vehicle industry.

Relevant Terms

rental motor vehicle, auto rental company, license plates, registration tax, exemptions, vehicle transfer, motorized bicycle, recreational vehicle, deputy registrar.