SB 1561 Summary

• Authorizes issuance of wildland fire prevention special plates if $32,000 implementation fee is paid by December 31, 2024, with $25 annual fee split into $8 administration fee and $17 donation.

• Establishes wildland fire prevention special plate fund to receive donations, with first $32,000 reimbursing the implementation fee payer and up to 10% annually used for fund administration.

• Directs annual allocation of fund monies to a qualified 501(c)(3) entity that operates a wildland fire learning center honoring deceased hotshot crew firefighters and educating the public on fire prevention.

• Authorizes issuance of neurodiversity services and research special plates if $32,000 implementation fee is paid by December 31, 2024, establishing similar fund structure with annual allocations to two qualified organizations serving autism and neurodiversity communities.

• Updates references in vehicle code sections to include the two new special plate types in applicable statutes regarding plate design, transfers, and state highway fund sources.