This bill amends sections 60-3,122.03 and 60-3,122.04 of the Revised Statutes Supplement, 2025, to enhance the provisions related to Military Honor Plates under the Motor Vehicle Registration Act. It introduces new designs for license plates honoring various branches of the armed forces, including the United States Space Force, and specifies that the designs must reflect the official emblems or seals of these forces. Additionally, the bill establishes a new Military Department Aid Fund, which will be administered by the Adjutant General and will consist of various sources of funding, including grants and fees from the issuance of Military Honor Plates.
Furthermore, the bill outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants seeking Military Honor Plates and the process for applying for grants from the newly created fund. It specifies that the Adjutant General will have the authority to award grants to needy uniformed service members and mandates the adoption of rules and regulations to define eligible grant recipients. The bill also includes provisions for the collection and allocation of fees associated with the Military Honor Plates, ensuring that a portion of these fees supports the Nebraska Veteran Cemetery System Operation Fund and the Military Department Aid Fund.