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S4379Senate2009-2010 SessionSame asA1489

Authorizes distinctive license plates to be issued to Hispanic and African-American veterans

Sponsor Martin Malavé DilanSD-17+7 co-sponsorsAffects Transportation
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In Senate Committee
Transportation
Impact
Pending
Passage
Pending

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In committee · Transportation

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  1. Referred to transportation
  2. Referred to transportation

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A1489Assembly

Authorizes distinctive license plates to be issued to Hispanic and African-American veterans

In Assembly Committee · Transportation · Sponsor Keith L.T. Wright

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Title of bill

An act to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to distinctive license plates for Hispanic and African-American veterans

Purpose or general idea of bill

To recognize the contributions African American and Hispanic Veterans have made in the Armed Forces through the issuance of distinctive license plates

Summary of specific provisions

Amends the Vehicle and Traffic Law by adding a new section 404-x to establish distinctive plates for Hispanic and African American veterans. These individuals will be issued a distinctive license plate bearing the words "Hispanic Veteran" or "African-American Veteran," respectively.

Application for such license plates must be filed with the Commissioner of the Department of Motor Vehicles.

No service charge will be charged for the issuance of such a license plate.

Justification

Thousands of Hispanic-Americans and African-Americans have contributed to preserving the freedom and values of the United States by serving in her armed forces. This bill will provide recognition for their service to their country.

Prior legislative history

2007: A.516B 2005-2006: A.10525 2003-2004: S.2241 - Referred to Transportation 2002: S.6305 - Referred to Transportation

Fiscal implications

EFFECTIVE DATE : Immediately

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