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- Referred to transportation
- Referred to transportation
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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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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S1355
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
2009-10: S.4379/A.1489 2007-08: A.5168 2005-06: A.10525 2004-04: S.2241 2002: S.6305
Fiscal implications
EFFECTIVE DATE: Immediately
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