The bill amends Section 31-3-48.1 of the General Laws regarding the registration of vehicles, specifically introducing a special motor vehicle registration plate for recipients of the United States Army Distinguished Service Cross. The new legal language specifies that the administrator of motor vehicles will provide these plates for eligible vehicles weighing 12,000 pounds or less, featuring the words "Distinguished Service Cross" and an insignia.

Significantly, the bill removes the requirement for applicants to pay a registration fee or transfer charge for these plates, which was previously set at five dollars. The act also allows for the transfer of the plate to the surviving spouse of the holder upon their death, ensuring that the plate remains with the family for the spouse's lifetime or until remarriage. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2027.

Statutes affected:
2184: 31-3-48.1