H.B. No. 3135 introduces a new section to the Transportation Code, specifically Section 504.5131, which pertains to the issuance of specialty license plates for retired firefighters. The bill defines a "retired firefighter" as an individual who has previously served as either a volunteer firefighter certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection or the State Firefighters' and Fire Marshals' Association of Texas, or as fire protection personnel as defined by the Government Code. The Texas Department of Transportation is tasked with designing and issuing these specialty license plates.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that there will be no fee associated with the issuance of these license plates for retired firefighters. This legislation is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, following its passage in both the House and Senate.

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