Substitute House Bill No. 5074 proposes the creation of a special motor vehicle number plate to honor Connecticut women veterans. The bill amends Section 14-20b of the general statutes, allowing the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles to issue a special certificate of registration and a set of number plates to any woman veteran or woman member of the armed forces who owns or leases a vehicle for at least one year, including those used exclusively for farming. The bill also establishes a fee structure for the issuance and replacement of these plates to cover production costs.

In addition to recognizing women veterans, the bill modifies existing provisions for the registration of vehicles for members of the Hmong Laotian special guerilla units and eligible former reservists, ensuring they can also receive commemorative plates. The language clarifies the verification process for these individuals and makes technical changes for consistency in legal drafting. The bill does not delete any existing legal language but adds new provisions to enhance recognition for women veterans, and it is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with a minimal fiscal impact anticipated for the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Statutes affected:
VA Joint Favorable Substitute: 14-20b
File No. 223: 14-20b