Assembly Bill 37 proposes an amendment to the statutes regarding personalized registration plate fees specifically for gold star family special registration plates. Currently, holders of these plates are required to pay a $15 personalization fee in addition to the general registration fee. The bill seeks to exempt gold star family special registration plate holders 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 the existing legal language by removing the requirement for personalized plate fees for 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 aims to honor the sacrifices made by gold star families and provide them with a more accessible way to personalize their 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