 Maryland lawmakers approved the hike a few months back when they okayed the state budget. They say the increase was done as a way to pay for road projects. Registration fees jumping as much as 80%. Before this past Monday, people who own a regular-sized car on average paying $135 every two years. The new rate, more like $220. The fees are higher for heavier vehicles like trucks. Maryland's MVA Administrator Chrissy Neiser joined us earlier with more details.