This bill amends Section 49-402 of the Idaho Code to include a reference to a new section and establishes a new commemorative license plate for the USS Idaho SSN 799. The new Section 49-420T allows vehicle owners to apply for these special plates starting January 1, 2026, with specific design features and a fee structure. The initial issuance fee for the plates is set at $35, with an annual renewal fee of $25. The funds collected from these fees will be deposited into the state highway account to help cover the costs associated with the plate design and administration of the program.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the USS Idaho SSN 799 commemorative license plates will not be available for vehicles with a registered maximum gross weight over 26,000 pounds, and it outlines the process for transferring the plates to another vehicle upon ownership change. The design of the plates will include the text "USS IDAHO" and "SSN 799 THE GEM OF THE FLEET," along with an image of the submarine. The bill also declares an emergency, making it effective on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 49-402