This bill amends New Jersey's laws regarding special license plates by introducing new definitions for terms such as "alumni organization," "community organization," "dedicated cause plate," and "organization plate." It establishes a structured application process for organizations wishing to sponsor these plates, which includes a $50 application fee and an annual $10 fee for dedicated cause plates that will support associated social causes. The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) is tasked with overseeing the approval and management of these plates, requiring organizations to demonstrate nonprofit status and provide detailed membership information. The bill also includes provisions for discontinuing plates if they fail to meet sales or revenue thresholds, ensuring that only viable causes are supported.

Additionally, the bill consolidates special registration plates into two main categories: organization plates and dedicated cause plates, with specific requirements for each type. It expands the MVC's authority to discontinue plates that do not meet certain criteria, such as low sales, and mandates notification to sponsoring organizations before discontinuation. The bill also updates the language to reflect the change from "director" to "chief administrator," clarifies the authority regarding replacement or duplicate plates, and modifies the fee structure for transferring personalized plates. Certain outdated provisions are repealed, and the bill is set to take effect 13 months after enactment, with anticipatory actions for timely implementation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39:3-27.35, 39:3-27.36, 39:3-27.37, 39:3-27.38, 39:3-27.39, 39:3-33, 39:3-33.5