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 1^st, 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 6^th, 2023, effective July 1^st, 2023

Q: Does HB2 Impact me?

                A: Do you have a Battery Electric or Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle?

1. 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
2. If they answer No – There is no impact to you
3. 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:

1. New Battery Electric or Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles
2. Registration renewal for Battery Electric or Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles
3. 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

1. 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