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MN SF478
Bill
Status
5/24/2011
Primary Sponsor
Al DeKruif
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AI Summary
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Allows motorcycles owned or operated by permanently physically disabled persons to qualify for disability plates, in addition to motor vehicles, trucks, and recreational vehicles.
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Requires one disability plate for motorcycles (same size as regular motorcycle plate) instead of two plates, with the plate displaying the internationally accepted wheelchair symbol emblem.
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Permits disability plates on motorcycles to be transferred to replacement motorcycles upon notification to the commissioner, provided the replacement vehicle is owned or primarily operated by the disabled person.
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Updates certificate display requirements for motorcycles to allow certificates to be secured to the vehicle when rearview mirror display is not feasible.
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Maintains existing penalties for unauthorized use of disability plates and permits, including a $500 fine for misdemeanor violations.
Legislative Description
Motorcycle license plates for physically disabled persons
Last Action
Governor approval
5/24/2011