This bill establishes a new special license plate for the United States Naval Academy, amending existing laws related to vehicle registration and special license plates in Washington State. The bill includes the insertion of the United States Naval Academy license plate type, which will have an initial fee of $40.00 and a renewal fee of $30.00. Additionally, it specifies that these plates will display a design related to the United States Naval Academy. The bill also reenacts and amends several sections of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), including RCW 46.17.220, RCW 46.18.200, and RCW 46.68.425, to incorporate this new plate type into the existing framework for special license plates.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the allocation of funds generated from the sale of these license plates, directing them to the veterans stewardship account, which supports various programs and services for veterans and their families. The effective date for the implementation of this act is set for November 1, 2025. Overall, this legislation aims to honor the United States Naval Academy while providing additional funding for veteran-related initiatives in Washington State.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 77.32.560