Bill > HB1354

This bill authorizes the New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles to issue a special license plate decal for amateur radio operators, which will serve as a unique character in a vehicle's registration number. The decal will be available to any individual who holds a valid amateur radio license issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), and requires payment of an $85 fee in addition to standard registration costs. The design of the symbol will be determined by the commissioner in consultation with amateur radio representatives and the safety commissioner, and can be used on various vehicle types including passenger vehicles, recreational vehicles, and motorcycles. Applicants can also add the symbol to vanity plates for an additional fee. The bill specifies that after deducting production and administrative costs, the revenue generated from these special registration plate symbols will be deposited into the state highway fund to support public safety communications infrastructure and emergency preparedness initiatives. The new license plate option will take effect on January 1, 2027, with initial implementation costs estimated between $28,000 and $55,000, which would require approximately 330 to 650 registrations to recover.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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