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AR HB2247

Bill

Status

Passed

4/16/2013

Primary Sponsor

Jonathan Barnett

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th General Assembly (2013 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of "disabled veteran" eligible for special license plates to include those with at least 30% service-connected disability (in addition to those who are totally and permanently disabled).

  • Requires disabled veterans to be Arkansas citizens and residents to qualify for special license plate privileges.

  • Adds lifetime membership in Disabled American Veterans as an alternative qualification pathway for veterans with at least 30% disability who own a motor vehicle.

  • Defines "Disabled American Veterans" as a nonprofit charitable organization exempt from federal taxation under 26 U.S.C. § 501(c)(4).

  • Takes effect January 1, 2014.

Legislative Description

To Amend The Requirements For Issuance Of A Special License Plate To Disabled Veterans.

Last Action

Notification that HB2247 is now Act 1292

4/16/2013

Committee Referrals

Transportation, Technology & Legislative Affairs4/3/2013
Public Transportation3/12/2013

Full Bill Text

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