HB78 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rhett MarquesRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2021

Title

Motor vehicles, license plate issuance fee, exemption for disabled veterans under certain conditions

Summary

HB78 exempts eligible disabled veterans from the license plate issuance fee, starting January 1, 2022.

What This Bill Does

If a disabled veteran already qualifies for partial or full exemption from privilege license taxes, registration fees, or ad valorem taxes under sections 32-6-130, 40-12-244, or 40-12-254, they will also be exempt from the license plate issuance fee (40-12-271). This aligns the license plate fee with other exemptions, reducing costs for eligible veterans when obtaining plates. The change becomes law on January 1, 2022 after governor approval.

Who It Affects

• Disabled veterans who qualify for partial or full exemptions from privilege license taxes, registration fees, or ad valorem taxes under the specified code sections.
• Alabama state agencies and license plate offices (e.g., DMV) that issue license plates and process fees, which must apply the new exemption when applicable.

Key Provisions

• Exemption from the license plate issuance fee (40-12-271) for eligible disabled veterans who qualify for partial or full exemptions under 32-6-130, 40-12-244, or 40-12-254.
• Effective date: January 1, 2022.

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Subjects

Motor Vehicles