The bill amends Section 31-3-48.2 of the General Laws regarding the registration of vehicles to establish a special motor vehicle registration plate for recipients of the United States Bronze Star Medal. The new legal language specifies that the administrator of the division of motor vehicles is authorized to provide these special plates for eligible vehicles weighing twelve thousand pounds or less, which will display the words "Bronze Star Medal" and an insignia representing the medal.

Significantly, the bill removes the previous requirement for applicants to pay a registration fee and a transfer charge of five dollars for the plate. Additionally, it stipulates that upon the death of the holder of a "Bronze Star Medal" plate, the plate can be transferred to the surviving spouse for their lifetime or until remarriage. This act will take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
76: 31-3-48.2