Bill > HB102

This bill amends existing Alabama law regarding disabled veteran license plates to allow a surviving spouse to retain the plate after the veteran's death, provided they own a private motor vehicle and remain unmarried. Previously, these special plates, which display "Disabled Veteran" along with the branch of service and an identifying number, were not transferable. The bill clarifies that the surviving spouse can keep the plate under the same terms as the original recipient for the rest of their life or until they remarry, and it also allows the $5 fee for the disabled veteran plate to be applied to other license plate categories if the veteran qualifies for them, though any additional fees for distinctive or personalized plates would still apply. This change will take effect on October 1, 2026.

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