The bill amends Section 31-6-8 of the General Laws in Chapter 31-6, which pertains to registration fees for disabled veterans. It establishes that any veteran who has been honorably discharged and has suffered significant injuries or disabilities related to their service is eligible for "Disabled Veteran" registration plates, which can be used on personal or commercial vehicles weighing 12,000 pounds or less.

The bill allows for the transfer of "Disabled Veteran" plates to the veteran's spouse upon certification that the veteran is no longer able to operate a vehicle. Additionally, upon the death of the initial registrant of the plates, the plates may be transferred to the surviving spouse, provided they have not remarried. The bill clarifies that only one set of "Disabled Veteran" plates will be issued to an eligible veteran or their spouse, contingent upon the presentation of satisfactory documentation of eligibility from the Veterans Administration. This act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
72: 31-6-8