Senate Bill 1179 Summary

• Establishes new application and approval process (Section 49-402D) for state agencies, public agencies, political subdivisions, and foundations seeking to create special license plate programs effective January 1, 2012

• Requires applicants to submit financial plans for plate proceeds, designate responsible contact person, deposit programming and administrative costs ($1,000 nonrefundable), provide acceptable plate design, and secure 250 pre-committed applicants before legislative consideration

• Mandates department submit completed applications to Senate Transportation Committee and House Transportation and Defense Committee chairmen for legislative review, with agencies required to submit annual reports by December 1 detailing revenues and expenditures

• Restricts eligibility for new special plate programs to state and public agencies or foundations supporting state or local government interests; limits program participation to September 1 deadline prior to legislative session

• Sets special license plate program fees at $35 initial fee and $25 annual renewal fee for new programs approved after January 1, 2012, with fees deposited in state highway account to fund program administration