This bill establishes a new "Choose Life" special license plate program in Minnesota, allowing registered owners of certain vehicles to apply for these plates. To qualify, applicants must pay specific fees, including a $25 contribution to the Choose Life account upon initial application and a minimum of $25 annually. The design of the plates will feature the "Choose Life" logo and must be approved by the commissioner. Additionally, the bill outlines provisions for transferring the plates to another vehicle and states that these special plates are exempt from certain existing regulations.
The bill also details the management of funds collected through the program. Contributions will be deposited into the Choose Life account, which is appropriated to the commissioner of public safety for administrative costs and distribution to Choose Life Minnesota, Inc. This organization is responsible for allocating funds to nonprofit agencies that assist pregnant women making adoption plans, with strict guidelines prohibiting support for any abortion-related activities. Agencies receiving funds must use them for the material needs of these women and are required to submit annual reports on their use of the funds. The provisions of this bill will take effect on January 1, 2026, for special plates issued on or after that date.