This bill amends Iowa's vehicle registration laws to allow applicants for certain special registration plates, specifically those with distinguishing processed emblems related to military service, to request a new design at no additional cost. The new design features a navy top and red bottom, with a white space in the middle for the plate's letters and numbers, and a gray image of a bald eagle behind them. Eligible applicants can exchange their previously issued special registration plates for the new design without incurring extra fees.

Additionally, the bill updates existing regulations regarding special registration plates to ensure that they comply with the design and color requirements of regular registration plates, while still allowing for a space for distinguishing emblems or organization decals. It removes the previous exemption for gold star plates and clarifies that special registration plates must adhere to the new design specifications outlined in the bill. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance the visual representation of military service on special registration plates while maintaining consistency with standard plate designs.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 321.34, 321.166