If enacted, this bill would amend current Arizona statutes regarding vehicle license tax (VLT) exemptions for members of the U.S. Armed Forces. Specifically, it would expand eligibility to include service members who have valid orders and are within 30 days of deployment, in addition to those already deployed. The current law allows for a one-year exemption from registration fees and VLTs for active duty members, but the bill would clarify that this exemption applies to a broader group of service members.

Additionally, the bill would allow qualifying service members who have paid VLTs and registration fees while on active duty to apply for a refund of those payments, rather than being limited to applying the payment to the next registration period. This change would be retroactive for six months prior to the bill's effective date, providing potential refunds for eligible service members who have already incurred these costs. Overall, the bill aims to enhance financial relief for military personnel during their service.

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