This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to provide fee exemptions for motor vehicles displaying special plates for Purple Heart medal recipients. It introduces a new section, 168.1245, which outlines the issuance and design of these special plates, stating that they will bear the inscription "COMBAT WOUNDED VET" and feature a facsimile of the Purple Heart medal. Eligible applicants must be registered owners of a passenger automobile, motorcycle, or recreational vehicle and must not be charged for the issuance or replacement of these plates. Additionally, the bill allows for the transfer of these plates to another qualified vehicle without a fee.

The bill also makes several amendments to existing statutes, including the removal of specific language regarding the design of special plates for combat-wounded veterans and the inclusion of the new Purple Heart plates. It clarifies that special plates issued under the new section are exempt from certain provisions regarding the discontinuance of plate issuance. Overall, the legislation aims to honor Purple Heart recipients by providing them with special license plates at no cost, thereby recognizing their service and sacrifice.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 168.12, 168.123, 168.1293