This bill amends Section 321.34 of the Iowa Code to expand eligibility for special registration plates with a veteran processed emblem. Previously, only individuals who served in the armed forces of the United States were eligible, but the new language allows those who served in the reserve forces of the United States or the Iowa National Guard to qualify as well, regardless of the number of years of service. The bill specifies that applicants must have been discharged under honorable conditions and must provide satisfactory proof of their service.

Additionally, the bill removes the requirement for proof of "military" service, streamlining the application process. The special registration plates will continue to feature a distinguishing emblem depicting the word "veteran" below an image of the American flag, and the fees collected from these plates will be allocated to the veterans license fee fund. This change aims to recognize and honor a broader range of service members who have served their country.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 321.34