Md. Code, Transportation § 13-916
This is the official text of Md. Code, Transportation § 13-916, part of Maryland’s Code, Transportation — governs vehicles, drivers, and roadways.
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§13–916.
Official statutory text
(a) When registered with the Administration, every single unit truck with two or more axles is a Class E (truck) vehicle.
(b) (1) For each Class E (truck) vehicle, the annual registration fee is based on the maximum gross weight of the vehicle or combination of vehicles, as follows:
Maximum Gross Weight Fee (per 1,000 Pounds
Limit (in Pounds) or Fraction Thereof)
10,000 (minimum) – 18,000 $9.00
18,001 – 26,000 11.75
26,001 – 40,000 12.75
40,001 – 60,000 14.75
60,001 – 80,000 (maximum) 16.00
(2) (i) On or after July 1, 2024, but before July 1, 2025, the annual registration fee under paragraph (1) of this subsection is increased by an additional $45.00.
(ii) On or after July 1, 2025, the annual registration fee under paragraph (1) of this subsection is increased by an additional $75.00.
(b) (1) For each Class E (truck) vehicle, the annual registration fee is based on the maximum gross weight of the vehicle or combination of vehicles, as follows:
Maximum Gross Weight Fee (per 1,000 Pounds
Limit (in Pounds) or Fraction Thereof)
10,000 (minimum) – 18,000 $9.00
18,001 – 26,000 11.75
26,001 – 40,000 12.75
40,001 – 60,000 14.75
60,001 – 80,000 (maximum) 16.00
(2) (i) On or after July 1, 2024, but before July 1, 2025, the annual registration fee under paragraph (1) of this subsection is increased by an additional $45.00.
(ii) On or after July 1, 2025, the annual registration fee under paragraph (1) of this subsection is increased by an additional $75.00.
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