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HB 248

Motor Vehicle Registration - Fee Exemption - Unemployable Disabled Veterans

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Griffith

Maryland bill exempts service-connected disabled veterans rated unemployable from annual motor vehicle registration fees, eliminating recurring costs for this veteran population.

Hearing 1/30 at 1:30 p.m.
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Bill Summary · HB 248

Legislative bill overview

HB 248 would exempt unemployable disabled veterans from motor vehicle registration fees in Maryland. The bill targets veterans with service-connected disabilities rated as unemployable by the Department of Veterans Affairs, removing the financial barrier of annual registration costs for this population.

Why is this important

Motor vehicle registration fees represent an ongoing annual expense that can burden fixed-income veterans, particularly those unable to work due to service-connected disabilities. This exemption could improve accessibility and reduce financial strain on a vulnerable veteran population while recognizing their service sacrifice.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact: Exempting a vehicle class reduces state transportation funding unless offset elsewhere, raising questions about fiscal sustainability and which programs might absorb the cost
  • Definition scope: The bill's reliance on VA unemployment ratings may exclude some disabled veterans who are rated disabled but not officially classified as "unemployable," creating equity concerns
  • Implementation burden: Maryland DMV would need systems to verify VA unemployment status, requiring inter-agency coordination and potential processing delays

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

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