The bill amends Chapter 31-3 of the General Laws regarding vehicle registration by introducing a new section that establishes a special motor vehicle registration plate for the not-for-profit entity, Partnership to Reduce Cancer in Rhode Island. This initiative aims to raise awareness about colon cancer, with the plates designed in collaboration with the division of motor vehicles and approved by the Rhode Island state police. The special plates will replace the standard registration plates, and the original plates must be returned to the division of motor vehicles.

The bill specifies that the special plates will be subject to a $40 issuance surcharge, which will be allocated equally between the general fund and the Partnership to Reduce Cancer in Rhode Island. Additionally, a $10 surcharge will be applied for subsequent registration renewals, with all funds directed to support colon cancer awareness initiatives within Rhode Island. The Partnership is required to use these funds for local charitable organizations and must submit an annual accounting report to ensure proper allocation of the funds. The act will take effect upon passage.