Sec. K-1. Task force to study municipal excise tax and other motor vehicle registration fees. The Secretary of State shall appoint a task force that includes representation from the Maine Municipal Association to study the motor vehicle excise tax as well as other taxes and fees associated with the registration of a motor vehicle. The task force shall:
1. Evaluate the cumulative cost of all taxes and fees associated with motor vehicle registration as compared to taxes and fees assessed by other states;
2. Evaluate municipal reliance on the excise tax as a source of local revenue; and
3. Make a report of its recommendations and findings by January 15, 2002 to the Joint Standing Committee on Transportation, which has the authority to report out legislation.
The Secretary of State shall reimburse members who are not otherwise compensated by their employers for travel expenses related to task force meetings. The Secretary of State shall provide necessary staff to the task force.
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