The bill, introduced by Representative Brennan, seeks to amend section 4501.21 and enact section 4503.966 of the Revised Code to create a new specialty license plate titled "Ohio Council of Skin and Scuba Divers, Inc." This initiative is part of a broader effort to establish specialty license plates that support various causes and organizations within Ohio. The bill outlines the creation of a license plate contribution fund, which will collect contributions from motor vehicle registrants to support specific organizations and programs. Additionally, it mandates that a ten-dollar administrative fee collected during the registration process will be used to compensate the Bureau of Motor Vehicles for the extra services required in issuing these specialty plates.

Furthermore, the bill details how contributions collected by the registrar of motor vehicles will be allocated to various funds and organizations, including those focused on health care, education, and community support. It emphasizes that these contributions must be used exclusively for designated purposes, such as mental and emotional well-being services for students, tuition assistance, and support for community initiatives. The bill also prohibits the use of these funds for political purposes or to pay salaries of district employees, ensuring that the contributions are directed solely towards student welfare and educational support. The existing section 4501.21 of the Revised Code is repealed, indicating a significant update to the legal framework governing motor vehicle registration and associated fees.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 4501.21