SB341 Alabama 2025 Session

Updated Feb 23, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Wes KitchensSenator
Republican
Session: 2025 Regular Session
Title: Veteran license tags; certain veterans exposed to radiation added to those who may receive distinctive tag
Summary: SB341 broadens Alabama's distinctive veteran license tag program to include more radiation-exposed veterans and various listed conflicts, with updated fees and administration starting October 1, 2025.
What This Bill Does
The bill expands who is eligible for a distinctive veteran license tag to include veterans exposed to dangerous radiation as defined by the bill, in addition to veterans from Vietnam, Korea, World War II, and several other conflicts. Eligible veterans must apply to the probate judge or license commissioner, comply with vehicle registration laws, and pay the standard tag fee plus an additional fee (initially $3, or $6 for a Vietnam tag with $3 of that amount to go to a veterans organization; renewal for Vietnam tags is $3). The tags are designed by specified organizations and the Department of Veterans Affairs, are non-transferable, and eligibility is certified by the appropriate authorities; the program becomes effective October 1, 2025.

Who It Affects
Radiation-exposed veterans (as defined by the bill) who may receive a distinctive license tag if they meet the criteria, including applying and paying the applicable fees.
Veterans from the listed conflicts (Vietnam, Korean War, World War II, Battle of the Bulge, Desert Shield/Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom-Afghanistan, Cold War, Operation Inherent Resolve) who qualify for a veteran tag and must follow the registration and certification process.

Key Provisions
Expands the Alabama Veteran Tag Program to include additional radiation-exposed veterans and a broader group of conflicts eligible for distinctive tags.
Implements specific fee structure (regular tag fee plus a $3 initial issuance fee; Vietnam tag initial $6 with $3 going to Vietnam Veterans of America Alabama State Council and $3 renewal; non-transferable tags; eligibility certified by appropriate authorities) and sets an effective date of October 1, 2025.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Taxation & Revenue