Alabama House Bill HB487

Alabama 2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/17/23
• Refer: 5/17/23

Caption

Relating to Motor Vehicle Registrations and to the USS Alabama Battleship Commission; to amend Section 32-6-55, Code of Alabama 1975; to allow former and current chairs of the USS Alabama Battleship Commission to use the USS Alabama Battleship Commission distinctive license tag; to require that the commission annually certify to the Department of Revenue a list of those individuals eligible for the distinctive license tag.

Impact

The bill modifies Section 32-6-55 of the Code of Alabama 1975, formalizing the entitlement for Commission chairs to use this special license tag on both their official and private vehicles. This change will necessitate the USS Alabama Battleship Commission to certify eligible individuals to the Department of Revenue, thus establishing a formal process for maintaining the issuance of these distinct plates. By doing so, the law aligns administrative duties with the recognition of service to the Commission.

Summary

House Bill 487 proposes changes to motor vehicle registration laws in Alabama relating specifically to the USS Alabama Battleship Commission. The bill allows both former and current chairs of the Commission to utilize a distinctive license tag featuring the insignia 'BB-60', which refers to the USS Alabama battleship that served during World War II. This measure aims to honor these individuals while recognizing their leadership in managing the battleship commission.

Contention

While the bill is largely straightforward and ceremonial, potential concerns could arise regarding the administrative workload put on the USS Alabama Battleship Commission to maintain the certification list. Stakeholders may also debate the implications of this bill on similar recognitions for other historical figures within the state. However, no significant opposition has been recorded against the bill, suggesting general support for the initiative among lawmakers.