The proposed bill would amend current statutes regarding vehicle license tax (VLT) exemptions for members of the U.S. Armed Forces. Under the new provisions, active duty members who have valid orders and are within 30 days of deployment would be eligible for the VLT and registration fee exemption, expanding the current eligibility which only includes those who are deployed. Additionally, the bill allows these members to apply for a refund of any VLT and registration fees paid while on active duty, rather than being restricted to applying those payments to the next registration period.

The bill also makes a technical change by clarifying that the exemption can be taken for not more than two motor vehicles owned or leased by the member. Furthermore, the retroactive provision allows eligible members to apply for refunds for payments made up to six months prior to the effective date of the act. Overall, these updates aim to provide greater financial relief to military personnel during their service.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-5811
House Engrossed Version: 28-5811
Chaptered Version: 28-5811