This bill amends various sections of Nebraska's motor vehicle laws to introduce new provisions for specialty license plates, including the establishment of the Home of Arbor Day Plate Cash Fund, which will support tree planting and environmental education initiatives. It creates new license plate types, such as Arbor Day Plates, and repeals several existing categories, including the Breast Cancer Awareness Plates and Nebraska Cornhusker Spirit Plates, to streamline the vehicle registration process. The bill also modifies language throughout to ensure clarity and consistency in vehicle registration and fees.

Additionally, the bill introduces a range of new specialty plates aimed at supporting various causes, such as Nebraska History Plates, Pets for Vets Plates, and Wildlife Conservation Plates, each with designated funds for their respective initiatives. It specifies that organizations seeking these plates must demonstrate nonprofit status and community service, and outlines a fee structure for applications and transfers. The bill also establishes the Spirit Plate Proceeds Fund to support scholarships for former University of Nebraska athletes and clarifies conditions for historical vehicle owners regarding the use of original license plates. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the variety of license plates available while ensuring that generated funds are directed towards meaningful community and educational support.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 37-112, 37-327.04, 37-811, 60-301, 60-393, 60-395, 60-396, 60-495, 80-415, 80-416, 80-417, 81-2517, 82-139, 82-334