SENATE BILL REPORT

SB 6254

This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a statement of legislative intent.

As of January 25, 2016

Title: An act relating to Purple Heart license plates.

Brief Description: Authorizing the issuance of Purple Heart license plates for more than one motor vehicle.

Sponsors: Senators Sheldon, Bailey, Rivers, Roach, O'Ban, Hill, Becker, Miloscia, Angel, Warnick, Honeyford, Padden, Hobbs, Pearson, Hargrove, Braun, Dammeier, Fain, Parlette, Hewitt, Schoesler, Baumgartner, Ericksen, Rolfes, Conway, Mullet and Chase.

Brief History:

Committee Activity: Transportation: 1/18/16.

SENATE COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION

Staff: Kellee Keegan (786-7429)

Background: A registered owner of a motor vehicle in Washington State who has served in the armed forces and has been awarded a Purple Heart medal may qualify for a Purple Heart license plate. Purple Heart license plates must be issued without the payment of an additional special license plate fee. Surviving spouses or domestic partners may also qualify for a Purple Heart license plate.

Summary of Bill: Qualified individuals are eligible to buy additional plates at a cost of $40 for the initial fee, and $30 upon renewal. The original plates will remain free of charge. Revenue must be deposited into the Veterans' Stewardship Account for the following:

Appropriation: None.

Fiscal Note: Requested on January 13, 2016.

Committee/Commission/Task Force Created: No.

Effective Date: Ninety days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.

Staff Summary of Public Testimony: PRO: This bill has no impact on the state and allows individuals to buy an additional plate.

Persons Testifying: PRO: Senator Tim Sheldon, sponsor.

Persons Signed In To Testify But Not Testifying: No one.