HB453 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Thomas JacksonRepresentative

Democrat

Co-Sponsors

Elwyn ThomasJoe FaustAlan BakerBarry MaskK.L. BrownNapoleon BracyDarrio Melton

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Motor vehicles, distinctive tags, veterans, motorcycle available at same cost as car tag of same designation

Summary

The bill lets veterans who qualify for a reduced-cost distinctive veteran tag for cars or trucks also get the same tag for motorcycles at the same price, if a motorcycle version exists.

What This Bill Does

Allows a veteran eligible for a reduced-cost distinctive motor vehicle tag for a car or truck to receive the same tag for a motorcycle, at the same cost, if a motorcycle version of that tag is available. Applies to the same class or designation of veteran as the car/truck tag, ensuring price parity across vehicle types for that designation. Only changes the vehicle type and pricing for the tag; it does not create a new designation or alter eligibility.

Who It Affects

• Military veterans who are eligible for a reduced-cost distinctive veteran license tag for cars or trucks and want the same designation on a motorcycle (if available).
• State tag-issuing authorities that administer distinctive veteran tags, who would issue motorcycle tags at the same cost when available for the same designation.

Key Provisions

• Any veteran eligible for a reduced-cost distinctive motor vehicle tag for veterans for a car or truck may receive, for the same cost, a distinctive motorcycle tag of the same class or designation if a motorcycle tag is available.
• The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month after its passage and approval by the Governor.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Motor Vehicles