The bill S.234 proposes the establishment of Vermont Green FC license plates, which the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles will issue for specific vehicle types, including pleasure cars and certain trucks. The plates will feature a design recommended by the Office of the Treasurer to promote environmental justice and support Vermont's outdoor recreation economy. An initial fee of $45 will be charged for the plates, with a similar renewal fee in subsequent years. The bill outlines the distribution of the fees collected, with 23% of initial fees and 16% of renewal fees going to the Transportation Fund, while the remaining amounts will be deposited into the newly created Vermont Green FC Special Fund.
Additionally, the bill establishes the Vermont Green FC Special Fund, which will be managed to support environmental justice and the outdoor recreation economy. The Fund will consist of proceeds from the sale of the license plates, as well as any gifts, grants, or appropriations made to it. A board will oversee the Fund, composed of various stakeholders, including representatives from the Treasurer's office, the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles, and the Vermont Green Football Club. The board will be responsible for making grants to support initiatives that advance environmental justice and promote the growth of Vermont's outdoor recreation economy. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.