HB 2271 Summary

• Creates community impact special plates program requiring a $32,000 implementation fee paid to the Department of Transportation by December 31, 2022, with design subject to department approval.

• Establishes $25 annual fee for community impact special plates consisting of $8 special plate administration fee and $17 annual donation.

• Creates community impact special plate fund to receive donations, with first $32,000 reimbursed to implementation fee payer and up to 10% of annual deposits used for administration costs.

• Directs fund monies to 501(c)(3) charitable organizations headquartered in Arizona that are affiliated with a state-based clothing brand and support local entrepreneurs through grants, mentorships, and programming.

• Deposits special plate administration fees in state highway fund and allows director to permit combination of community impact plates with personalized special plates subject to additional personalization fees.