The bill introduced by Representative Dean seeks to amend section 4501.21 and enact section 4503.538 of the Revised Code to create a new specialty license plate called the "Blue Star Mothers of America" license plate. This initiative aims to support the Blue Star Mothers of America, an organization that assists mothers of U.S. Armed Forces service members. The bill mandates that contributions collected from the sale of these license plates be directed to the organization, ensuring that funds are utilized to further their mission. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the distribution of contributions from various specialty license plates, specifically requiring the registrar to allocate funds to the Blue Star Mothers of America.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the allocation of contributions received by the registrar to various educational institutions and charitable organizations, emphasizing the importance of using these funds for mental and emotional well-being services for students, tuition assistance, and related educational expenses. It mandates that any charitable organization hired by these institutions must be tax-exempt under subsection 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The bill also introduces a validation sticker for vehicle registration applications, which includes a contribution fee that will support the license plate contribution fund and public safety initiatives. Notably, the bill repeals the existing section 4501.21, streamlining the registration process and ensuring proper allocation of funds.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 4501.21