This bill amends Kansas law concerning the issuance of military veteran license plates for motor vehicles, specifically updating documentation requirements to reflect current standards for military veterans. It removes the previous stipulation that applicants must submit their military license plate applications at least 60 days before their vehicle registration renewals. The bill modifies K.S.A. 8-1,146, allowing veterans and current service members to apply for distinctive license plates without the time constraint while still requiring proof of military service. It clarifies acceptable documentation, such as a Kansas driver's license with a veteran designation or a copy of discharge documents, and maintains that the license plates are non-transferable.

Additionally, the bill amends K.S.A. 8-1,199 to permit current members and veterans of the United States Space Force to apply for distinctive license plates, eliminating the requirement for proof in accordance with rules set by the secretary of revenue and the 60-day application timeline. It specifies that individuals honorably discharged from the Space Force are eligible for the plates and introduces a provision for retired members to have their status indicated on the license plate. The bill also repeals several sections of existing law to streamline the application process, with the act taking effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 8-1