Mississippi House Bill HB825

Mississippi 2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/16/25
• Refer: 1/16/25
• Failed: 2/26/25

Caption

Electric/hybrid vehicles; repeal sections of law authorizing annual tax on.

Impact

The repeal of these tax sections would effectively lower the costs associated with owning and operating electric and hybrid vehicles in Mississippi. Supporters of the bill argue that such a move would accelerate the transition toward greener technologies and align with wider national efforts to combat climate change through increased use of electric vehicles. The bill is expected to positively impact consumers by potentially increasing the attractiveness of purchasing electric or hybrid options, which could in turn reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector.

Summary

House Bill 825 seeks to repeal existing state laws that impose an annual tax on electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles in Mississippi. Specifically, the bill targets Sections 27-19-21 and 27-19-23 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, which currently mandate these additional taxes alongside other applicable vehicle taxes. By eliminating these provisions, House Bill 825 aims to promote the adoption of environmentally friendly transportation options by reducing the financial burden on consumers who choose to drive electric or hybrid vehicles. This bill represents a significant shift in state policy towards incentivizing cleaner transportation methods.

Contention

While the measure enjoys support from proponents of clean energy and those advocating for electric vehicle adoption, there may also be contention arising from concerns over state revenue. Critics of the repeal may argue that eliminating the tax could lead to a loss of state funding that could have been allocated to infrastructure or environmental initiatives. Balancing financial sustainability with progressive environmental policies will likely be a point of discussion as the bill progresses through the legislative process.