Bill > S02035

This bill modifies existing law regarding distinctive license plates for Medal of Honor recipients by removing the word "congressional" from the plate description, while maintaining the core provisions for plate issuance. Specifically, the bill allows Medal of Honor recipients or their spouses residing in New York to request special license plates that bear the words "Medal of Honor" at no additional cost. Recipients can obtain these distinctive plates for multiple vehicles registered in their name, and they must provide proof of their Medal of Honor status to the commissioner of motor vehicles. The bill also includes a provision to reissue existing "Congressional Medal of Honor" plates to current recipients upon request, without charging any fees, and ensures that previously issued plates remain valid. The changes aim to standardize and simplify the plate designation for Medal of Honor recipients while preserving their ability to receive these special license plates as a form of recognition for their military service and heroism.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2035