This bill amends various sections of the Idaho Code related to motor vehicle registration and introduces a new special license plate program called America250. The legislation aims to create a specific exception to the existing prohibition on new special license plates for entities not affiliated with the state of Idaho, allowing for the issuance of America250 plates starting July 1, 2026. The bill establishes a fee structure for these plates, including an initial fee of $35 and an annual renewal fee of $25, with a portion of the fees directed to the Idaho Heritage Trust. Additionally, it discontinues a previous fee arrangement with the Idaho Heritage Trust related to a copyrighted design.

The bill also makes technical corrections to existing laws, including amendments to the annual registration fees for various vehicle types and the additional fees for each plate issued. It removes the requirement for a fee to be paid to the Idaho Heritage Trust for the use of a copyrighted design and instead allocates funds from the new America250 plates to support the trust. The legislation emphasizes the importance of funding for heritage preservation projects and declares an emergency for the act to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 49-402, 49-450, 67-7602B
Engrossment 1: 49-402, 49-450, 67-7602B