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GA HB736

Bill

Status

Passed

4/26/2016

Primary Sponsor

Alex Atwood

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a new special license plate category for women veterans of the U.S. armed forces, defined as female former members discharged under conditions other than dishonorable
  • Adds the Soldier's Medal to the list of qualifying military medal awards for veteran license plates
  • Allows the spouse of an eligible veteran to receive the special license plate, provided no motor vehicle is registered in the veteran's name and all other registration requirements are met
  • Establishes new special license plates for Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Hampton University, and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., with proceeds going to their respective affiliated foundations or alumni associations
  • Creates special license plates supporting the Department of Natural Resources law enforcement division, marine habitat conservation (with funds to the Coastal Resources Division), and the Georgia Pet Foundation for dog and cat reproductive sterilization programs
  • Requires a two-thirds majority vote in both chambers for the special license plate provisions under Section 2, per the Georgia Constitution; effective upon the Governor's approval

Legislative Description

Special license plates; marine habitat conservation; provide

Last Action

Effective Date

4/26/2016

Full Bill Text

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