The bill amends the Code of West Virginia to establish provisions for the issuance of special registration plates for recipients of the Distinguished Medal of Valor and their surviving spouses. It allows these individuals to apply for special plates for any Class A vehicle titled in their name, with the plates designed by the Division of Motor Vehicles. The bill specifies that these registration plates are exempt from the usual registration fees, and surviving spouses can continue to use the plates until they die, remarry, or do not renew the plate. Additionally, a qualified applicant may obtain a second plate for a Class A vehicle, subject to a one-time fee of $10.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the application process and requirements for various special registration plates for first responders, including certified paramedics, firefighters, and volunteer firefighters. Each application must include an affidavit from the applicant's fire chief or department head, proof of compliance with vehicle registration laws, and payment of a special initial application fee of $10. The bill also includes provisions for special plates supporting law enforcement officers, with specific fees and exemptions for survivors of officers wounded in the line of duty. Overall, the legislation aims to honor and recognize the service of first responders and law enforcement personnel through the issuance of these special plates.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17A-3-14j
Committee Substitute: 17A-3-14g
Committee Substitute for the Committee Substitute: 17A-3-14g
Enrolled Version: 17A-3-14g