Legislature(2003 - 2004)
2003-03-05 House Journal
Full Journal pdf2003-03-05 House Journal Page 0444 HB 170 HOUSE BILL NO. 170 by the House Rules Committee by request of the Governor, entitled: "An Act increasing certain motor vehicle registration fees; and providing for an effective date." was read the first time and referred to the Transportation and Finance Committees. The following fiscal note(s) apply: 1. Fiscal, Dept. of Administration The Governor's transmittal letter dated March 5, 2003, follows: "Dear Speaker Kott: Under the authority of art. III, sec. 18, of the Alaska Constitution, I am transmitting a bill that would adjust the fees on motor vehicle registration which have remained the same since 1986. The bill will equalize registration fees between pick-up trucks and passenger vehicles, adjust commercial and private vehicle registration fees, and update vehicle recording and lien fees. Even with the fee increase, the State of Alaska's registration fees will be less than the national average and significantly below an increase based solely upon inflation. This fee increase will allow the state to maintain the value of the revenue derived from the user fees and assist the state in closing the fiscal gap while maintaining essential services. 2003-03-05 House Journal Page 0445 I urge your prompt consideration and passage of this important bill. Sincerely, /s/ Frank H. Murkowski Governor"