Provides for distinctive license plates for members of the Seabee Veterans of America.
Summary
Bill A04461 proposes to amend the vehicle and traffic law in New York to create distinctive license plates for members of the Seabee Veterans of America. The bill allows any member of this organization residing in the state to request a license plate featuring the Navy Seabee emblem. The application process requires proof of membership and is subject to a one-time service charge of ten dollars, in addition to the regular registration fee. The bill also outlines the conditions under which these plates will be designed, produced, and issued, including a requirement for a surety bond unless a minimum number of orders is received prior to production.
Impact
If enacted, this bill will add a new section to the vehicle and traffic law, specifically section 404-ff, which will provide for the issuance of distinctive license plates for Seabee Veterans. This will not only honor the service of these veterans but also align with existing provisions for other veterans' organizations that already have similar license plates. The bill will also affect the Department of Motor Vehicles by requiring them to manage the production and distribution of these new plates, potentially impacting their operational processes and funding through the distinctive plate development fund.
Sentiment
The general sentiment surrounding Bill A04461 appears to be positive, as it aims to recognize and honor the contributions of Seabee Veterans. However, since there have been no recorded votes or committee discussions available, it is difficult to gauge any significant opposition or concerns from lawmakers or the public at this stage.
Contention
While the bill currently does not show any notable points of contention, potential concerns could arise regarding the financial implications of producing the new plates, particularly if the required number of orders is not met. Additionally, there may be discussions about the fairness of offering distinctive plates to one specific veterans' organization over others, though this has not been explicitly mentioned in the available context.
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.
Authorizes distinctive license plates for women veterans; directs that excess service charges collected be used to support programs that support women veterans at the direction of the commissioner of veterans' services.
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".
Relates to establishing distinctive "Women Veterans" plates and the women veterans support fund; establishes that moneys of the fund will be used for women veteran homelessness, counseling and other programs that support women veterans.