The bill, introduced by Senator Blackshear, seeks to amend section 4501.21 and enact section 4503.861 of the Revised Code to establish a new specialty license plate titled the "Dayton Dragons." This initiative is part of a broader effort to create specialty license plates that support various charitable causes in Ohio. The bill outlines the creation of a license plate contribution fund, which will collect contributions from motor vehicle registrants to support designated organizations and programs. It also mandates that contributions received under the new section 4503.861 be paid to the Dayton Dragons for their foundation program, emphasizing support for local sports organizations and community initiatives.

Additionally, the bill specifies that contributions received by certain school districts and high schools must be allocated for enhancing students' mental and emotional well-being, covering expenses for services such as bereavement counseling and education on bullying and drug abuse. The registrar is responsible for distributing these contributions according to the provisions outlined in the Revised Code, ensuring that funds are used solely for educational and charitable purposes. The bill also introduces new provisions regarding fees associated with the issuance of the "Dayton Dragons" license plates, including a ten-dollar administrative fee and a twenty-five dollar contribution for each registration application, while repealing the existing section 4501.21 to streamline the registration process.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 4501.21