S.B. No. 359 Summary

• Creates "Down Syndrome Awareness" license plates available to owners or lessees of passenger cars, noncommercial motor vehicles, and recreational vehicles in Ohio.

• Requires a $25 contribution per application and registration renewal, plus a $10 administrative fee, with contributions directed to the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio for advocacy purposes throughout the state.

• Adds section 4503.722 to the Ohio Revised Code establishing the procedures for application, issuance, and design of the special license plates, which must include identifying words or markings designed by the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio.

• Amends section 4501.21 to include the new license plate section (4503.722) in the existing license plate contribution fund structure, ensuring collected contributions are properly distributed and tracked alongside other special license plate programs.