Senate Bill 38 aims to amend the current statutes regarding personalized registration plate fees specifically for gold star family special registration plates. Under the existing law, holders of these plates are required to pay a $15 personalization fee when they choose to personalize their plates. The bill proposes to exempt gold star family special registration plates from this personalization fee, thereby alleviating the financial burden on families who have lost a member of the U.S. armed forces during conflict.

The bill modifies Section 341.145 (3) of the statutes, removing the requirement for a fee for personalized plates issued to members of special groups, including gold star families. The new language specifies that no fee may be charged for the initial issuance, maintenance, or reissuance of personalized plates for these special groups. This change is intended to honor the sacrifices made by gold star families and provide them with a more accessible way to commemorate their loved ones through personalized vehicle registration plates. The bill is set to take effect on the first day of the seventh month following its publication.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 341.145(3), 341.145
Text as Enrolled: 341.145(3), 341.145