Motor Vehicles - Plug-In Electric Drive Vehicles in HOV Lane - Termination Date

HB 1176 extends the expiration date of Maryland's policy allowing plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) to use high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes regardless of passenger count, moving the termination from 2025 to 2030. The bill requires PEV owners to obtain a $20 permit from the State Highway Administration to access HOV lanes, with limits on permit issuance to maintain lane efficiency. It also mandates annual reports to the Governor and General Assembly on how PEV use affects HOV lane operations. This policy directly affects PEV owners seeking HOV lane access and maintains existing access rules without altering vehicle eligibility criteria.