HB 444 Summary

• Creates Power Squadron license plates that vehicle owners may apply for through the registrar of motor vehicles for passenger cars, noncommercial motor vehicles, and recreational vehicles.

• Requires a $15 contribution per registration and renewal, plus a $10 administrative fee, in addition to regular license taxes and fees.

• Directs contributions to United States Power Squadron districts 7, 11, 24, and 29 in equal amounts for educational boating programs within Ohio.

• Adds section 4503.524 to the Revised Code governing Power Squadron license plate specifications, design approval, and issuance procedures.

• Modifies section 4501.21 to include Power Squadron license plate contributions in the license plate contribution fund managed by the registrar.