House Bill No. 6734 seeks to amend the fee structure for specialty motor vehicle number plates issued to veterans, members of the armed forces, and their surviving spouses. The bill modifies Section 14-20b of the general statutes by replacing the requirement that the fee "cover" the cost of producing the plates with a new stipulation that the fee "be not more than" the entire cost of production. This change applies to various specialty plates, including those for farming purposes and special registration plates for veterans who have received campaign medals. The bill aims to provide financial relief by ensuring that the fees for these plates do not exceed production costs.

Additionally, the bill introduces new language to clarify the fee structure and establishes a framework for issuing special plates for members of qualifying organizations. It emphasizes that the issuance of these plates does not serve as proof of eligibility for other veteran benefits. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and is expected to result in a minimal annual revenue loss of less than $2,000 to the Special Transportation Fund due to the reduced fees. Overall, HB6734 aims to alleviate the financial burden on veterans and service members by lowering the costs associated with specialty vehicle registration.

Statutes affected:
Committee Bill: 14-20b, 14-19a
VA Joint Favorable: 14-20b, 14-19a
File No. 303: 14-20b, 14-19a