NY A08595

Authorizes New York State residents to request distinctive license plates bearing the name and logo of "Ducks Unlimited"

Charges an additional annual service fee of $25 per plate beyond the regular vehicle registration fee

Requires a $6,000 surety bond before plate design and production, unless at least 200 pre-orders with non-refundable service charges are received beforehand

Directs all service charge revenues into the Department of Motor Vehicles distinctive plate development fund for design, production, advertising and distribution costs

Takes effect 180 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization for necessary regulatory implementation