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 National Guard plates. It authorizes the division of motor vehicles to issue special registration plates to active and retired members of the Rhode Island Army and Air National Guard for eligible vehicles. The bill allows for the transfer of these plates to the surviving spouse of a deceased holder for their lifetime or until remarriage. Additionally, it specifies that the plates will feature the designation "National Guard" and an emblem designed by the office of the adjutant general.

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 act is set to take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
2183: 31-3-62