HB221 Alabama 2014 Session

Updated Feb 24, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Randall Shedd
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2014
Title: Disabled veterans, distinctive tags for motorcycles provided, Secs. 32-6-130, 32-6-131, 32-6-133 am'd.
Summary: HB221 adds a distinctive Disabled Veteran license tag for motorcycles in Alabama.
What This Bill Does
HB221 allows eligible disabled veterans to obtain a 'Disabled Veteran' license tag for motorcycles, by applying with proof of eligibility to the county probate judge and paying a $5 fee (unless exempt). The tag would be non-transferable and would display 'Disabled Veteran' along with the veteran's service branch and an identifying number, with design rules set by the Department of Revenue (the design is to include 'Heart of Dixie'). The bill also updates related exemption provisions to include one disabled veteran motorcycle plate and establishes penalties for misuse or improper use of the tag. If enacted, the act would take effect on the first day of the third month after it becomes law.

Who It Affects
Disabled veterans in Alabama who own motorcycles and qualify under disability criteria, who could apply to receive the distinctive motorcycle tag.
County probate judges/offices that issue license tags and the Alabama Department of Revenue that administers tag rules, design, and fees.

Key Provisions
Authorizes a distinctive 'Disabled Veteran' license tag for motorcycles, issued under the same framework as other disabled veteran plates (Sections 32-6-130 and related provisions).
Tag details: inscription 'Disabled Veteran', designation of service branch and identifying number, non-transferable, and issued in lieu of the regular license fee to help cover issuing costs; $5 fee unless exempted.
Regulation and penalties: the Department of Revenue may issue rules to implement the program; misusing or wrongly obtaining the tag is a misdemeanor, and using it for unlawful purposes is a felony with at least two years in prison.
Design and obligation: the tag design must follow the Disability Veteran design guidelines, including the phrase 'Heart of Dixie', with additional design specs determined by the Commissioner of Revenue.
Exemption update: §40-12-244 adds one disabled veteran motorcycle plate as an exempt vehicle under the privilege or license tax rules for certain veterans.
Effective date: the act becomes effective on the first day of the third month after its passage and approval.

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Subjects: Distinctive License Tags