MS HB104

Authorizes distinctive license tags for Silver Star recipients and unremarried surviving spouses of Silver Star recipients, effective July 1, 2010, with one tag per person per year in their county of residence.

Exempts vehicles owned by Silver Star recipients and their unremarried surviving spouses from all motor vehicle registration fees, privilege taxes, and ad valorem taxes.

Requires proof of Silver Star status from the State Veterans Affairs Board and limits tags to private passenger motor vehicles and pickup trucks only.

Imposes penalties of $1,000 fine and/or six months county jail time for anyone evading provisions or falsely claiming benefits under the program.

Amends Section 27-51-41 to add Silver Star recipients and their unremarried surviving spouses to the list of motor vehicles exempt from ad valorem taxation.