HB 2048 Summary

• Establishes Northern Arizona Wine Trail special license plates, contingent on receiving a $32,000 implementation payment by December 31, 2024, with design subject to department approval.

• Sets special plate fees at $25 total, comprising $8 for special plate administration (deposited in state highway fund) and $17 as an annual donation to the Northern Arizona Wine Trail Special Plate Fund.

• Creates the Northern Arizona Wine Trail Special Plate Fund, with the first $32,000 reimbursing the implementation fee payer, up to 10% of annual monies used for fund administration, and remaining funds allocated to qualifying 501(c)(3) entities with 20+ winery members in north central Arizona.

• Qualifies recipient entities must promote water-friendly vineyard development and sustainable practices in designated American viticultural areas while advocating for responsible drinking.

• Allows personalized special plates to be combined with Northern Arizona Wine Trail plates subject to additional personalized plate fees.