The bill proposes the creation of a new specialty license plate titled "Supporting FHP Troopers," which will be developed by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. The plate will feature specific design elements, including the word "Florida" at the top and "Supporting FHP Troopers" at the bottom. The annual fees collected from the sale of this plate will be directed to the Florida Highway Patrol Advisory Council, Inc., a nonprofit organization, which can allocate up to 10% of the fees for administrative and marketing costs. The remaining funds will be used to provide scholarships for current members of the Florida Highway Patrol and their family members attending educational institutions.

Additionally, the bill amends existing statutes to exempt the Supporting FHP Troopers license plate from the minimum presale voucher and minimum valid registration requirements that typically apply to specialty plates. This means that the plate can be issued without needing to meet the usual sales thresholds. The bill also clarifies that the provisions regarding the discontinuation of specialty plates due to low registration numbers do not apply to the Supporting FHP Troopers license plate, ensuring its continued availability. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 605 Filed: 320.08053, 320.08056