Bill > A06440

This bill amends New York's vehicle and traffic law to expand eligibility for special license plates and fee exemptions for disabled veterans. Specifically, the bill broadens the definition of a "severely disabled veteran" to include not only veterans with severe disabilities as previously defined, but also those rated as 60% or more disabled by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill removes the previous requirement that veterans must have served during a time of war and eliminates the discretionary language around plate issuance. Additionally, the bill mandates that there will be no charge for issuing disabled veteran license plates and that veterans qualifying under this expanded definition will be exempt from all registration and renewal fees associated with these special plates. The changes aim to provide more comprehensive support for veterans with significant service-related disabilities by reducing their financial burden related to vehicle registration. The bill will take effect on the first day of January following its passage into law.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6440