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AL SB447

Bill

Status

Introduced

4/26/2011

Primary Sponsor

Thomas Whatley

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Origin

Senate

Regular Session 2011

AI Summary

  • Amends Sections 32-6-250 and 32-6-251 of the Alabama Code to expand eligibility for free distinctive license plates to include members of the Legion of Valor.

  • Legion of Valor members must provide positive proof of receiving the Medal of Honor, Army Distinguished Service Cross, Navy Cross, or Air Force Cross to qualify for the free plate.

  • Distinctive plates for Legion of Valor members shall be designated with the letters "LOV" and feature a different color scheme and design from other vehicle tags in the state.

  • Purple Heart Medal recipients remain required to pay ad valorem taxes on vehicles displaying distinctive plates, while Medal of Honor recipients, widows of Medal of Honor recipients, and former prisoners of war receive plates with no fee or tax.

  • The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.

Legislative Description

Motor vehicles, distinctive license tags, Legion of Valor member authorized to receive license tag without cost, Secs. 32-6-250, 32-6-251 am'd.

Motor Vehicles

Last Action

Indefinitely Postponed

6/1/2011

Committee Referrals

Veterans and Military Affairs4/26/2011

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