The bill introduced by Senator Craig seeks to amend section 4501.21 and enact section 4503.742 of the Revised Code to establish a new specialty license plate called the "COSI" license plate. This initiative is part of a broader effort to create specialty plates that generate contributions for various charitable organizations and causes. The bill establishes a license plate contribution fund, which will collect contributions from motor vehicle registrants, and outlines the distribution of these funds to designated organizations that support health care, education, and community services. The registrar of motor vehicles is responsible for ensuring that contributions are allocated to specific organizations, such as the breast cancer fund of Ohio and the autism society of Ohio, with an emphasis on transparency and accountability in the use of these funds.

Additionally, the bill mandates that contributions be directed to specific school districts and high schools for mental and emotional well-being services, tuition assistance, and other community support initiatives. It introduces provisions for the registration and issuance of "COSI" license plates, which will feature a logo approved by the Center of Science and Industry (COSI) in Columbus. The bill also includes a validation sticker process and a contribution fee of twenty-five dollars for each application, which will be deposited into the license plate contribution fund. Furthermore, the bill repeals the existing section 4501.21 and presents a composite version to harmonize amendments from previous legislation, ensuring clarity and consistency in the law.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 4501.21
As Reported By Senate Committee: 4501.21
As Passed By Senate: 4501.21