Washington State House of Representatives Office of Program Research | BILL ANALYSIS |
Transportation Committee |
HB 2574
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Brief Description: Allowing special year tabs on special license plates for persons with disabilities subject to annual vehicle registration.
Sponsors: Representatives Kristiansen and Pearson.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 1/24/12
Staff: Beth Redfield (786-7347).
Background:
A registered owner who qualifies for special parking privileges as a person with a disability may apply to the Department of Licensing for special license plates with a special year tab for persons with disabilities. Special year tabs for persons with disabilities are not available on all special license plate designs, for example, Amateur Radio (ham radio), Music Matters, and Volunteer Firefighters. In addition, special year tabs for persons with disabilities are also not available for license plates on certain vehicles which are not for general use, including horseless carriages, collector and ride share vehicles.
Summary of Bill:
Special year tabs for persons with disabilities are made available for any special license plate that is subject to annual vehicle registration fees and taxes.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Not requested.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of the session in which the bill is passed.