Permits a distinctive plate for active duty military service members.
Summary
Bill A03866 proposes to amend the vehicle and traffic law to create a distinctive license plate for active duty military service members. The plate will feature the words 'U.S. Military' and may include the insignia or name of the service branch. Active duty members can apply for this plate upon providing proof of their military status, and it will be issued for a regular registration fee plus a one-time service charge of ten dollars.
Impact
The introduction of this bill will add a new section to the vehicle and traffic law, specifically allowing for the issuance of distinctive plates for active duty military personnel. This change aims to honor service members and provide them with a unique identifier on their vehicles. The bill also stipulates that the costs associated with the design and production of these plates will be covered by the service charges collected, thereby not impacting the general state budget.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding Bill A03866 appears to be supportive, as it seeks to recognize and honor the contributions of active duty military members. However, without recorded votes or committee discussions, the extent of support or opposition remains unclear.
Contention
There may be potential contention regarding the requirement for a surety bond of six thousand dollars for the design and production of the plates, which could be seen as a financial barrier. Additionally, the stipulation that at least two hundred orders must be received before the plates can be produced may raise concerns about the feasibility of the initiative.
Authorizes the issuance of "Blue Star Mother" and "Blue Star Family" distinctive license plates for parents and family members of active duty service members; establishes the "blue star mothers and families support fund".
Motor vehicle registration; authorize a distinctive license plate for military combat action; authorize a criminal penalty for falsely obtaining the license plate
Provides distinctive license plates for the parents, spouses, children, step-children, siblings, step-siblings, and grandparents of police officers killed in the line of duty; eliminates the registration fee for family member distinctive license plates.
Vehicles: registration plates; special registration plates for active duty military members; provide for. Amends sec. 803i of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.803i).
Allows current, active and retired military service members and reserve units of the state to qualify for distinctive license plates; allows the spouse to also qualify for such distinctive plates.
Allows current, active and retired military service members and reserve units of the state to qualify for distinctive license plates; allows the spouse to also qualify for such distinctive plates.
Allows current, active and retired military service members and reserve units of the state to qualify for distinctive license plates; allows the spouse to also qualify for such distinctive plates.