Maryland § 13-956
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-956, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-956.
(a) In addition to the registration fee otherwise required by this title, the owner of a motor vehicle shall pay an annual surcharge:
(1) On or before July 1, 2025, of:
(i) $125.00 for each zero–emission vehicle, as defined in § 23–206.4 of this article; and
(ii) $100.00 for each plug–in electric drive vehicle that is not a zero–emission vehicle; and
(2) After June 30, 2025, at a rate based on the amounts established under item (1) of this subsection adjusted for inflation as determined annually by the Administration.
(b) The Administration shall allow for payment of a surcharge assessed under this section:
(1) At the time the annual registration fee is paid; or
(2) In installments throughout the registration period, as determined by the Administration.
(c) The proceeds collected from the surcharge assessed under subsection (a)(1) of this section shall be deposited into the Transportation Trust Fund.
(d) If a person that owns a motor vehicle that is assessed the surcharge fails to pay the surcharge or installments, the Administration shall refuse to register or renew or transfer the registration of the motor vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-956
What does Maryland Code § 13-956 cover?
Section 13-956 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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