Vehicles: registration; recreation passport fee; make mandatory. Amends sec. 805 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.805). TIE BAR WITH: SB 281'25
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill makes paying the Michigan State Parks Recreation Passport fee mandatory when applying for or renewing a motor vehicle registration. Currently, vehicle owners could opt to not pay the fee. The bill specifies a $20 fee for two-year registrations and $10 for annual registrations, with adjustments made annually based on the Consumer Price Index. It also outlines specific exemptions and how revenue will be transferred to the Department of Natural Resources.
Key provisions
- Requires applicants for vehicle registration to pay the Michigan State Parks Recreation Passport fee.
- Establishes a $20 fee for two-year vehicle registrations and a $10 fee for annual registrations.
- Annual adjustment of fees based on the Consumer Price Index.
- Specifies exemptions from the fee for certain vehicles and dealer applications.
- Requires the secretary of state to mark registration tabs to indicate payment of the recreation passport fee.
- Mandates annual review of revenue raised by the fee.
- Directs revenue collection to the Department of Natural Resources.
- Sets a date for the bill to take effect, contingent on the passage of Senate Bill 281.
Who is affected
- Vehicle owners
- Michigan State Park visitors
- Department of Natural Resources
- Secretary of State’s office
- Motor Vehicle Dealers
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