The bill amends Section 31-3-62 of the General Laws in Chapter 31-3, which pertains to the registration of vehicles, specifically introducing provisions for special motor vehicle registration plates for active and retired members of the Rhode Island Army and Air National Guard. The new language establishes that these plates will feature the designation "National Guard" and an emblem designed by the office of the adjutant general. Additionally, it allows for the transfer of these plates to the surviving spouse of a deceased National Guard member for their lifetime or until remarriage.

Significantly, the bill eliminates the previous requirement for a service charge of twenty dollars and a transfer charge of five dollars for obtaining these plates, meaning that applicants will no longer be required to pay any registration fee or service charge. The bill also clarifies that the applicant shall not be required to pay a registration fee or service charge for the plates. This act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
7098: 31-3-62