The bill amends Section 1135.4 of the Oklahoma Statutes regarding personalized license plates. It authorizes Service Oklahoma to design and issue these plates, which will be available in various combinations of letters and numbers, with specific provisions for military veterans and vintage vehicles. Notably, the bill introduces new options for the appearance of the plates, allowing them to be available with black lettering on a white field or white lettering on a black field. Additionally, it specifies that the fees associated with the personalized plates will be allocated to different reimbursement funds, with changes in the distribution of these fees effective from January 1, 2023.

The bill also outlines the renewal process for personalized plates, which must be completed annually unless otherwise authorized. Service Oklahoma is required to notify individuals about the renewal process via email or mail, depending on the contact information provided. The effective date for this legislation is set for November 1, 2025. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the issuance and renewal of personalized license plates while enhancing the options available to vehicle owners in Oklahoma.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 47-1135.4