HF3788 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Minnesota agriculture special plates expanded to additional vehicle classes.
Related bill: SF3953
AI Generated Summary
Purpose
To expand access to Minnesota agriculture special plates and require supporting revenue for the Minnesota agriculture account, while aligning plate issuance with existing registration requirements.
Main Provisions
- The commissioner must issue Minnesota agriculture special plates (or a single motorcycle plate) to the registered owner of certain vehicles.
- Eligible vehicle types for the agriculture plates include: passenger automobile, noncommercial one-ton pickup truck, motorcycle, farm truck, and recreational vehicle.
- Applicants must meet all requirements: pay the per-plate fee specified under section 168.12 subdivision 5, pay any other required fees, pay the registration tax as required by section 168.013 or 168.018, contribute a minimum of $20 annually to the Minnesota agriculture account, and comply with the chapter and registration rules.
- The bill contains related provisions in the licensing of drivers section (Section 1), though the details are not shown here.
What the Bill Changes
- Expands the set of vehicle classes eligible for Minnesota agriculture special plates to include passenger automobiles, noncommercial one-ton pickups, motorcycles, farm trucks, and recreational vehicles.
- Adds a mandatory annual contribution of at least $20 to the Minnesota agriculture account as a condition of obtaining the plates.
- Reinforces that standard registration taxes and other required fees still apply.
Administration & Compliance
- Issuance is handled by the commissioner, subject to existing registration laws and rules governing plate issuance.
- Applicants must comply with the applicable chapters and rules.
Significance
- Creates a broader option for vehicle owners to support Minnesota agriculture through specialized plates.
- Ties plate ownership to ongoing funding for the Minnesota agriculture account.
Relevant Terms - Minnesota agriculture special plates - Minnesota agriculture account - commissioner - registered owner - passenger automobile - noncommercial one-ton pickup - motorcycle - farm truck - recreational vehicle - per-plate fee (section 168.12 subdivision 5) - registration tax (section 168.013 or 168.018) - complies with this chapter and rules - Section 1: licensing of drivers
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 26, 2026 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Transportation Finance and Policy | |
| March 05, 2026 | House | Action | Authors added | ||
| March 12, 2026 | House | Action | Author added |
Citations
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"Expands eligibility for Minnesota agriculture special plates to additional vehicle classes (passenger automobile, noncommercial one-ton pickup, motorcycle, farm truck, and recreational vehicle).",
"Requires a minimum annual contribution of $20 to the Minnesota Agriculture Account.",
"Requires payment of the plate fee as specified under section 168.12 subdivision 5 and payment of the registration tax under sections 168.013 or 168.018."
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"summary": "This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 168.1285, subdivision 1 to expand eligibility for Minnesota agriculture special plates to include additional vehicle classes (passenger automobile, noncommercial one-ton pickup, motorcycle, farm truck, or recreational vehicle), and to require a minimum annual contribution of $20 to the Minnesota Agriculture Account, along with payment of the applicable plate fee and registration tax under related sections.",
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"Amends section 168.1285, subdivision 1 to implement the expanded plate issuance provisions and associated requirements."
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"References the existing fee amount in 168.12, subdivision 5 for plate pricing."
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"summary": "This bill references the fee amount specified in Minnesota Statutes 168.12, subdivision 5 for each set of Minnesota Agriculture plates, tying plate costs to the existing fee schedule.",
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"citation": "168.12",
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"analysis": {
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"summary": "This bill requires payment of the registration tax as required under Minnesota Statutes 168.013 or 168.018, tying the plate program to the current tax obligations.",
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"summary": "This bill requires payment of the registration tax as required under Minnesota Statutes 168.013 or 168.018, tying the plate program to the current tax obligations.",
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]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee