Connecticut 2025 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate Bill SB01079

Introduced
1/22/25  

Caption

An Act Exempting Certain Active Duty Service Members From Paying Fees For Any Motor Vehicle Operator's License And Registration.

Impact

If enacted, SB01079 would change the statutes under section 14-50 of the general statutes regarding motor vehicle licensing and registration fees. The bill would specifically benefit active duty service members who have been inducted into the military without having established residency in Connecticut. The exemption would promote fairness and support for service members, aligning state policies with the recognition of their service and the unique circumstances they may encounter during their active duty.

Summary

SB01079 proposes to exempt certain active duty service members from paying fees associated with obtaining a motor vehicle operator's license and vehicle registration in the state of Connecticut. Under this legislation, any active duty service member who was not a resident of Connecticut at the time of their induction into military service would be eligible for this exemption. This bill aims to recognize the sacrifices made by service members and to alleviate some of the financial burdens they may face while serving in the military.

Contention

While the bill is primarily aimed at providing relief to military personnel, it may also generate discussions related to the broader implications of exemptions and benefits for service members. Some legislators might argue for additional incentives or support systems for veterans and active service members within the state's legislative framework. Potential points of contention could arise over how such exemptions affect state revenue, especially in light of public funding for transportation and related infrastructure.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00624

An Act Exempting Certain Active Duty Service Members From Paying Fees For Any Motor Vehicle Operator's License And Registration.

CT HB06001

An Act Concerning An Indication On Motor Vehicle Operator's Licenses And Identity Cards For Gold Star Family Members.

CT HB05331

An Act Concerning The Suspension Of Motor Vehicle Operators' Licenses For Failure To Pay Fines Or Fees Or Failure To Appear For A Scheduled Court Appearance.

CT HB05973

An Act Waiving The Motor Vehicle Operator's License And Registration Fee For A Spouse Of A Veteran Or Member Of The Armed Forces Who Has A Disability And Is Unable To Drive.

CT SB01131

An Act Concerning Veterans' Specialty License Plates And Driver's Licenses For Certain Former Armed Forces Reservists.

CT HB05285

An Act Concerning Veterans' Specialty License Plates And Driver's Licenses For Certain Former Armed Forces Reservists.

CT HB05574

An Act Exempting Veterans From The Passport To The Parks Motor Vehicle Registration Fee.

CT SB00183

An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Department Of Motor Vehicles And Concerning Low-speed Vehicles, The Towing Of Occupied Vehicles, School Buses, Electric Commercial Vehicles, The Passenger Registration Of Pick-up Trucks And Removable Windshield Placards For Persons Who Are Blind And Persons With Disabilities.

CT SB00994

An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Department Of Motor Vehicles, Studying An Emergency Contact Information Database Or Revisions To Motor Vehicle Records And Concerning The Safety Driving Course, Motor Vehicle Dealers And Repairers, Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls, The Knowledge Test For An Operator's License, Reciprocal Recognition Of Driver Training Requirements, Trespass On Watershed Land, Emergency Lights, Removable Windshield Placards, School Buses, Registration Certificates And Minor Revisions To Motor Vehicle Statutes.

CT HB05217

An Act Exempting Senior Citizens And Veterans From The Passport To The Parks Motor Vehicle Registration Fee And Limiting Such Fee To The Registration Of One Vehicle When A Person Registers Multiple Vehicles.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.