This bill modifies the procedures for vehicle registration and license plate issuance in Kansas. It establishes that the registration period for personalized license plates will now begin on the date the plate is originally issued, rather than following a fixed five-year cycle. Additionally, the bill allows county treasurers to charge increased fees for vehicle registration transactions, with a service fee of up to $15 and a transaction fee not exceeding $5. The existing provisions regarding the issuance of license plates and decals during registration renewals have also been amended to reflect these changes.

Furthermore, the bill repeals certain sections of the current law, specifically K.S.A. 8-145d and K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 8-132, which previously governed aspects of vehicle registration and fees. The new legal language clarifies the authority of the division of vehicles and county treasurers in managing registration fees and the issuance of personalized license plates, ensuring that the process is streamlined and updated to meet current needs. The act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 8-145d, 8-132