STATE OF NH HB2 impact on Electric & Hybrid Vehicle
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Please be advised this message was broadcasted on News 9 on Wednesday 8/30/23.
HB2 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ’s)
Q: Why am I being charged a new fee?
A: On July 1st, 2023 House Bill two (2) became effective, requiring municipal agents to collect the new surcharge
Q: What is HB2?
A: HB2 is a house bill that was passed by the legislature and signed by the Governor on June 6th, 2023, effective July 1st, 2023
Q: Does HB2 Impact me?
A: Do you have a Battery Electric or Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle?
- If they answer Yes – When you register your vehicle at your city or town hall, the fees will be included. There is a separate line that lists the additional fees
- If they answer No – There is no impact to you
- Q: What if I buy a battery electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle outside of my birth month?
A: As with every other plate type, fees are prorated by month
Q: What if I have a battery electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle and I trade it in for a gas or diesel model?
A: You will receive a prorated credit towards the new vehicle at the time of registration
Q: When will I be required to pay the new fees?
A: At time of registration for:
- New Battery Electric or Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles
- Registration renewal for Battery Electric or Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles
- Registration Transfers to Battery Electric or Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles
Q: Is there anyone with a Battery Electric or Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle not required to pay?
A: Yes
- Any person or agency not required to pay gas tax, by law
Thank you,
The Agent Help Desk
Division of Motor Vehicles
Bureau of Registration
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