The bill amends the Code of West Virginia to reduce the number of applicants required for a military organization to qualify for a special registration plate from 100 to 50, contingent upon the organization providing a guarantee of at least 50 applicants. This change aims to make it easier for military organizations to obtain special plates, thereby promoting recognition and support for military personnel and their families.

Additionally, the bill maintains provisions for special registration plates for active, retired, or honorably discharged military personnel, as well as their next of kin. It includes a $10 initial application fee for each special plate and allows surviving spouses to continue using their deceased spouse's military license plate under certain conditions. Furthermore, it exempts Gold Star spouses from registration fees for one Gold Star Family license plate, ensuring that they can honor their loved ones without financial burden.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17A-3-14b
Engrossed Version: 17A-3-14b