This bill amends Nebraska's statutes concerning specialized license plates, specifically focusing on Military Honor Plates, disabled veteran plates, and Purple Heart plates. Notably, it allows the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to create new designs for Military Honor Plates honoring service members from the United States Space Force, with issuance set to begin on January 1, 2026. The number of designs for these plates will increase from twelve to thirteen, and additional designs will be introduced for veterans, including those with disabilities. The bill also establishes a registry for individuals obtaining these specialized plates and outlines eligibility criteria, which includes registration with the Department of Veterans' Affairs.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the fee structure for these plates, introducing a $5 fee for alphanumeric Military Honor Plates and a $40 fee for personalized message plates, with portions of these fees allocated to the Nebraska Veteran Cemetery System Operation Fund. It also specifies that new license plates for disabled veterans will feature the inscription "disabled veteran" below the license plate number, replacing current plates that will become invalid after February 1, 2027. Similar provisions are established for Purple Heart recipients, allowing them to apply for specially designed plates without any fees. The bill repeals several existing sections of law that are now rendered obsolete by these updates, aiming to streamline the application process and enhance support for veterans and individuals with disabilities in Nebraska.