The Purple Heart License Plate Amendment Act of 2025 aims to amend the District of Columbia Revenue Act of 1937 by requiring the Mayor to design and issue specialty motor vehicle identification tags for Purple Heart Award recipients, as well as their surviving spouses and children. This legislation addresses the current lack of recognition for Purple Heart recipients in the District, as they do not have a specific license plate option, unlike many other states. The bill establishes a one-time application fee of $10 and an annual display fee of $10, which will be deposited into the Office of Veterans Affairs Fund.

The new section added to the law mandates that the Mayor design the tags to include identifying words or emblems that signify the vehicle owner as a Purple Heart recipient or their surviving family members. Additionally, the Mayor is tasked with requiring documentation to prove the recipient's status as a Purple Heart Award holder and may issue necessary rules and regulations to implement the act. This initiative seeks to honor the sacrifices of those who have received the Purple Heart, ensuring they receive the recognition they deserve within the District of Columbia.