Minnesota working group backs replacing MSRP-based EV surcharge with flat fee after debate over size and indexing

Feb 10, 2026

A legislative working group voted to replace an MSRP-based EV surcharge with a flat annual fee, with members saying the amount discussed could range from roughly $100 to $250 and recommending the report note options for indexing. The vote passed 14–1 with three abstentions.

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A Minnesota Legislature working group voted Feb. 9 to replace the existing MSRP-based electric-vehicle surcharge assessed at registration with a uniform flat fee, leaving the exact dollar amount to be recorded in the final report.

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