House Bill 105 Summary

• Amends Section 49-402 of Idaho Code to add a code reference for a new pet friendly license plate program.

• Creates new Section 49-420Q authorizing vehicle owners to apply for pet friendly license plates in place of regular plates, with plates available only for vehicles with a maximum gross weight not exceeding 26,000 pounds.

• Establishes a fee of $35.00 for initial issuance and $25.00 for annual renewal, with $13.00 from each fee deposited to the state highway account and $22.00 (initial) or $12.00 (renewal) deposited to the Idaho Humane Society's pet lovers fund.

• Creates a five-member committee appointed by the Idaho Humane Society's board to disburse pet lovers fund moneys to provide veterinary assistance to low-income Idaho residents, prioritizing spay and neuter services.

• Requires the Idaho Humane Society to pay initial plate program design costs and approves plate design in consultation with the Idaho Transportation Department.