SF601 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Vehicle registration taxes abolishment provision and transfer of money

AI Generated Summary

This bill proposes significant changes to Minnesota's vehicle registration and taxation system. The key provisions include:

  1. Abolition of Vehicle Registration Taxes: The bill eliminates vehicle registration taxes and associated fees, effectively shifting the funding source for transportation infrastructure.

  2. Money Transfers: It mandates the transfer of funds from the general fund to the Highway User Tax Distribution Fund to compensate for the revenue loss from abolished registration taxes.

  3. Amendments to Various Statutes: The bill modifies numerous sections of Minnesota Statutes to remove references to vehicle registration taxes and adjust related language.

  4. Eliminating Fees and Adjustments to Special Plates: Adjustments are made regarding special license plates, including retaining fees only for administrative costs and maintaining proper identification protocols.

  5. Maintaining Certain Exemptions and Regulations: Specific exemptions for government, nonprofit, agricultural, and collector vehicles remain, with modifications to align with the new tax structure.

  6. Revisor’s Instruction & Implementation Timeline: The bill directs the Revisor of Statutes, in consultation with the Departments of Revenue and Public Safety, to prepare draft legislation for necessary technical updates by March 1, 2026.

In summary, this legislation aims to restructure Minnesota’s vehicle registration system by eliminating taxes and fees, relying on general fund transfers to maintain transportation funding.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
January 26, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
January 26, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
January 26, 2025HouseFloorActionReferred toTransportation
January 26, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toTransportation

Citations

 
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        "Clarification on gross weight definitions for various vehicle types, including trucks, buses, and trailers."
      ],
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        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section amends the definition of 'gross weight' of vehicles in Minnesota Statutes 168.002 subdivision 13.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.002",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 13"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Detailed specifications on vehicles that are exempt from tax fees or plate display."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section clarifies exemptions from vehicle tax or license fees under Minnesota Statutes 168.012.",
      "modified": [
        "Refined conditions under which vehicles are exempt from displaying number plates."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.012",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Explanation on the allocation of net proceeds and fees."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section deals with the tax proceeds to highway user funds and fee proceeds to the driver and vehicle services operating account.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.013",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 8"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Requirement for proof of federal heavy vehicle use tax payment for registration."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section addresses federal heavy vehicle use tax proof of payment requirements.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.013",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 20"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Option to include a $2 donation for anatomical gifts education."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section introduces optional donations for education on anatomical gifts during vehicle registration.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.013",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 22"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Implementation of self-service kiosks for passenger vehicle and motorcycle registration renewals."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section provides authorization for self-service kiosks for registration renewals.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.0135",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "New provision for extending the registration period for leased vehicles."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section allows for registration period extension for leased vehicles.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.017",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 5"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Option for quarterly registration based on farm truck usage."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section addresses quarterly registration of farm trucks.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.018",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Conditions under which vehicles registered in other states are exempt from Minnesota registration."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section outlines conditions for non-residents concerning the registration and taxation of their vehicles in Minnesota.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.04",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Exemption conditions for military personnel vehicles from registration."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section provides for vehicle registration when owners are licensed by armed forces.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.04",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Clarification on registration requirements for vehicle use on public streets."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section mandates registration for non-exempt vehicles.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.09",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Establishes defenses regarding citations for failure to renew vehicle registration."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section provides defenses against charges of failure to renew vehicular registration.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.09",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 5"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Introduction of temporary permits for vehicles pending registration."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section allows temporary display of permits under specific registration circumstances.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.09",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 7"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Issuance of a temporary permit for recently purchased vehicles pending registration."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section allows resident buyers a temporary permit for new or used vehicle purchases.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.092",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Requirements for vehicle owners to register vehicles both initially and annually."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section requires initial and annual registration of motor vehicles not exempt by specific sections.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.10",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Option for registration and taxation of pioneer vehicles as collectors' items."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section covers collectors' vehicles with pioneer plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.10",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1a"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Option for registration and taxation of classic cars as collectors' items."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section covers collectors' vehicles with classic car plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.10",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1b"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Registration and taxation provisions for certain self-propelled collectors' vehicles."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section specifies provisions for collectors' vehicle plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.10",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1c"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Details registration and taxation for street rod vehicles."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section specifies registration provisions for street rods.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.10",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1d"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Specific registration and exemption conditions for collector military vehicles."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section covers collector military vehicles.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.10",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1h"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Procedure for transferring collector plates between vehicles."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section provides conditions for transferring collector plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.10",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1i"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Application requirements for registering vehicles after body change."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section requires a new application upon the installation of a new body in a vehicle.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.10",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Defines misdemeanor penalties for delays in sending registration or transfer applications."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section covers penalties for failing to mail applications for registration or transfer.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.101",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2a"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Set guidelines for registration and taxation procedure of classic motorcycles."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section establishes an affidavit process for the registration of classic motorcycles.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.105",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Details the issuance process for vehicle registration certificates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section defines the issuance and content requirements of registration certificates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.11",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Clarification on processes if registration renewal notifications are not sent."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section relates to the renewal process with focus on registrar's responsibilities.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.11",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 3"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Issuance period and design criteria for vehicle plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section specifies the design and issuance periods for vehicle plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.12",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Eligibility and rules for issuing amateur radio special plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section provides for special plates issued to amateur radio licensees.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.12",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Rules and eligibility criteria for personalized plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section discusses issuance of personalized plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.12",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2a"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Requirements and restrictions for issuance of firefighter plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section outlines firefighters special plates and associated rules.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.12",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2b"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Eligibility and issuance rules for National Guard special plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section sets conditions for issuing special National Guard plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.12",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2c"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Special plate rules for Ready Reserve members."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section covers the issuing of special plates to Ready Reserve members.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.12",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2d"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Process and conditions for volunteer ambulance attendant special plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section is about issuing various special plates to volunteer ambulance attendants.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.12",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2e"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Provision for using original license plates matching vehicle model year."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section refers to the use and assignment of original license plates under certain conditions.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.12",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2f"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Details additional fees applied for special and regular plates issuance."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section indicates additional fees for the issuance of various types of plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.12",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 5"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Conditions and process for obtaining special veterans plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section prescribes procedures and requirements for special veterans plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.123",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Guidelines ensuring members of veterans service organizations can obtain special plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section defines requirements for special plates for congressionally chartered veterans service organizations.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1235",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Rules and fees for veteran contribution plates issuance."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section discusses issuance of veteran contribution plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1255",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Eligibility criteria for retired law enforcement officer special plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section includes provisions for retired law enforcement special plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1256",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Procedure for obtaining special plates linked to Lions Clubs International."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section details the issuance of special Lions Clubs International plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1258",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Allows issuance and conditions for professional sports team philanthropy special plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section covers special Minnesota professional sports team philanthropy plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1259",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Annual registration details for vehicle fleets."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section states requirements for annual registration periods for vehicle fleets.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.127",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Defined process and penalties for renewing fleet registrations."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section provides the process for renewing fleet registrations and penalties for non-compliance.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.127",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 5"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Rules for applying and using limousine plates for business or personal use."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section manages limousine plate registration and requirements.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.128",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Conditions for obtaining Start Seeing Motorcycles specialty plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section regards issuance of Start Seeing Motorcycles special plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1282",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Detailed criteria for Minnesota 100 Club plates issuance."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section announces issuance of Minnesota 100 Club special plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1284",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Accounting for contributions made under Minnesota 100 Club membership."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section includes contributions' management for the Minnesota 100 Club account.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1284",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 5"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Processes and contributions required for Minnesota agriculture specialty plate issuance."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section mandates issuance of Minnesota agriculture special plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1285",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Proper handling and allocation of funds contributed under the Minnesota agriculture registration initiative."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section represents management of contributions for the Minnesota agriculture special plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1285",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 5"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Eligibility criteria and processes for issuing honorary consul plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section handles honorary consul plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1286",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Process for obtaining blackout specialty plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section allows issuance of blackout plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1287",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Establishes conditions for Minnesota missing and murdered Indigenous relatives plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section concerns Minnesota missing and murdered Indigenous relatives special plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1288",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Eligibility for collegiate plate acquisition and use."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section describes special collegiate plates requirements and benefits.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.129",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Requirements for law enforcement memorial plate issuance."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section discusses issuance processes for law enforcement memorial plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1294",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Processes for accrediting contributions made under law enforcement memorial benefits."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section details contributions towards the law enforcement memorial account.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1294",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 6"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Process for obtaining state parks and trails plates and associated contributions."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section sets requirements and processes for state parks and trails specialty plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1295",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Regulations dictating the allocation of state parks and trails plate contributions."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section governs the financial handling of contributions for state parks and trails plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1295",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 5"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Outline processes for acquiring and supporting critical habitat plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section issues guidelines for critical habitat plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1296",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Specification for contributions collected for critical habitat conservation efforts."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section manages financial contributions towards critical habitat accounts.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1296",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 5"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Guidelines for issuing and contributing towards Support Our Troops plates."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section introduces Support Our Troops special plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1298",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Regulatory measures for proper handling of Support Our Troops contributions."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section relates to the accounting for contributions towards Support Our Troops plates.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.1298",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 5"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Procedures specifying required documentation for registration approval."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section involves proof of ownership requirements before issuing vehicle registrations.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.13",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Clarified rules for transferring registered vehicles and associated taxes."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section addresses transfer of ownership for registered vehicles.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.15",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Conditions and authority for suspending vehicle registrations."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section allows suspension of registration under specified conditions.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.17",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Guidelines for tax and fee exemptions under reciprocal agreements."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section handles reciprocal agreements on vehicle registration and taxes with other states and territories.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.181",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Conditions allowing dealers' or manufacturers' vehicles from other states to operate in Minnesota without certain taxes."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section provides for exemption agreements for dealer or manufacturer vehicle plates registered in another state.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.181",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Empowerment of the commissioner to enter agreements with other states regarding vehicle registration benefits."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section explains authority for creating agreements or declarations on vehicle registration and taxes.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.187",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 7"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Authority to refuse or revoke vehicle registration if prohibited from interstate commerce under federal law."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section discusses prohibited operation of commercial motor vehicles under federal restrictions.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.187",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 27"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Guidelines to ensure compliance with commercial vehicle taxes or fees under agreements."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section outlines handling of commercial vehicle taxes or fees.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.221",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Permit for dealers to issue registration plates and stickers with security requirements."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section addresses distribution of plates and stickers via motor vehicle dealers.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.27",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 28"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Rules for handling tax credit and plate surrender during a vehicle transfer."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section manages the surrender of plates and credits tax paid during vehicle transfers.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.301",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Ten-day deadline to file transfer paperwork before rights to registration expire."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section sets the time frame for filing transfer documentation.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.301",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Mandates a late fee for failure to deliver title transfer within specified period."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section introduces a late fee for delayed title transfer submissions.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.301",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 3"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Verification process to avoid compliance violations related to vehicle title transfers."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section provides a defense mechanism to compliance violations under this section.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.301",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 5"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Details the role and powers of the commissioner concerning vehicle registration."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section outlines the commissioner's duties and powers relating to vehicle registration.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.33",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Guidelines on appointing and regulating duties of deputy registrars."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section appoints deputy registrars for vehicle registration and provides operational guidelines.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.33",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Defines the allocation of filing fees collected from vehicle registration services."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section mandates filing fees applicability with specified allocations.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.33",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 7"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Ensures public access to vehicle registration information and protects providers from non-intentional mistakes."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section emphasizes the public accessibility of vehicle registration information.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.34",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Sets regulations on registering intercity buses on an apportionment basis."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section deals with the registration and taxation of intercity buses.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.61",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Method for calculating percentage of buses to be registered in Minnesota."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section determines how a percentage of buses is to be registered in Minnesota.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.62",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Sets the registrar's obligations for regulating intercity bus registration."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section includes rules for intercity bus registration requirements.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.64",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Address procedures for appeal against non-compliance with intercity bus regulations."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section oversees appeals related to intercity bus registration infractions.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.65",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Outlines the method used to assign a number of rental trucks deemed domiciled in Minnesota per year."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section determines the registration and taxation of rental trucks.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.842",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Process for determining the number of rental trailers registered annually in Minnesota."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This section oversees the registration and taxation of rental trailers in Minnesota.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "168.843",
    "subdivision": ""
  }
]