(a) The department may vary the registration period under this subchapter by adopting rules that provide for:
(1) an optional two-year registration; and
(2) an optional temporary registration that is valid for less than one year.
(b) A motor carrier applying for registration under this section must pay:
(1) a $20 fee for each vehicle registered under Subsection (a)(1);
(2) a $10 fee for each vehicle registered under Subsection (a)(2); and
(3) application and insurance filing fees the department by rule adopts in an amount not to exceed $100 each.
(c) The department shall issue to a motor carrier registering under this section:
(1) a motor carrier's certificate, in the manner provided by Section 643.054; and
(2) a cab card or the equivalent of a cab card, in the manner provided by Section 643.059.