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36-0109

An act amending title 33 Virgin Islands Code, chapter 111 to establish the Inspection and Safety on Public Highways Fund; amending title 20 Virgin Islands Code, chapter 39, section 435 relating to the collection of fees. amending title 20 Virgin Islands Code. chapter 41, section 461 relating to equipment and inspection of vehicle requirements, and title 20 Virgin Islands Code, chapter 38, section 416 relating to motor vehicle restrictions for the car rental industry

2025-2026 Regular Session

Virgin Islands bill establishes dedicated highway safety inspection fund and modifies vehicle inspection fees, equipment requirements, and car rental regulations.

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Bill Summary · 36-0109

Legislative bill overview

Bill 36-0109 establishes a new "Inspection and Safety on Public Highways Fund" in the Virgin Islands and amends multiple sections of the Virgin Islands Code to modify vehicle inspection fee collection, equipment inspection requirements, and regulations for car rental industry vehicles. The bill reorganizes existing statutory provisions across three code chapters to create a dedicated funding mechanism for highway safety and inspection programs.

Why is this important

This legislation creates dedicated revenue specifically for vehicle inspection and highway safety operations, which could improve funding reliability for these programs rather than relying on general appropriations. The changes also clarify and potentially strengthen vehicle safety standards and rental car regulations, affecting both individual vehicle owners and the car rental industry operating in the territory.

Potential points of contention

  • Fee implications: The bill modifies fee collection mechanisms, which may result in increased costs for vehicle owners or rental companies depending on implementation details not specified in this summary
  • Rental industry impact: Amendments to car rental equipment and restriction requirements could increase compliance costs and regulatory burden for rental companies operating in the territory
  • Revenue allocation: Creating a dedicated fund removes that revenue from general territory finances, potentially affecting other budget priorities unless offset by increased collections

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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