The bill amends the General Laws in Chapter 31-3, specifically sections 31-3-31.1 and 31-3-31.2, which pertain to the registration of street rods and custom vehicles. The amendments include changes to the definitions and registration processes for these types of vehicles. For street rods, the bill specifies that the model year and year of manufacture listed on the registration certificate (instead of the certificate of title) should match the year the vehicle's body resembles. It also outlines a one-time pre-registration surcharge of $50.00, after which regular registration fees for standard passenger vehicles apply. The bill requires owners to certify that the street rod will not be used for general daily transportation but for occasional use such as exhibitions and parades, and that it has passed a safety inspection. Special street rod vehicle registration plates will be issued, and these vehicles are exempt from periodic inspections and emission control requirements.

Similarly, for custom vehicles, the bill defines them as vehicles that are at least 25 years old or resemble such a vehicle, and have been altered from the original design or constructed from nonoriginal materials. The model year and year of manufacture on the registration certificate or title should correspond to the year the vehicle's body resembles. Custom vehicles also have a one-time pre-registration surcharge of $50.00 and are subject to regular registration fees. Owners must certify the vehicle's limited use and provide proof of a safety inspection. Special custom vehicle registration plates will be issued, and these vehicles are exempt from periodic inspections and emission control requirements. Additionally, the bill allows for the use of "blue dot tail lights" on street rods and custom vehicles. The act will take effect upon passage.