The bill amends Chapter 31-3 of the General Laws regarding vehicle registration by introducing a new section, 31-3-130, that establishes a special motor vehicle registration plate for the not-for-profit organization, Partnership to Reduce Cancer in Rhode Island. This initiative aims to raise awareness about colon cancer, with the design of the plate being created by the Partnership in collaboration with the division of motor vehicles and approved by the Rhode Island state police. The special plates will be displayed in place of the standard registration plates and will be subject to compliance with existing regulations regarding minimum prepaid orders.

The bill outlines the financial aspects associated with the special plates, including a $40 issuance surcharge, which will be allocated as follows: $20 to the general fund and $20 to the Partnership to Reduce Cancer in Rhode Island to assist in its mission of raising colon cancer awareness. Additionally, a $10 surcharge will be applied for subsequent registration renewals, with all funds allocated to support the organization's efforts. The Partnership is required to use any Rhode Island-sourced funds for the benefit of local charitable organizations and must submit an annual accounting report before the distribution of funds. The act will take effect upon passage.