Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF619

Introduced
2/26/25  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to air medal special registration plates, and providing fees.

Impact

Under the current laws, special registration plates typically incur a fee; however, HF619 specifies that recipients of the Air Medal will receive one set of these plates at no charge. This change is intended to honor those who have demonstrated valor and dedication in military service. Moreover, the bill ensures that fees collected for these special plates are directed to a designated fund, supporting veteran services and programs, thus reinforcing the commitment to veterans in the state.

Summary

House File 619 aims to establish special registration plates for individuals who have been awarded the Air Medal by the United States government. This legislation allows eligible recipients to apply for special vehicle plates that bear a distinctive emblem representative of the Air Medal. The design of the emblem will be handled by the Department of Transportation (DOT) in consultation with the adjutant general. The bill underscores the recognition of military service and aims to provide a unique identifier for recipients of this honor.

Contention

While the bill primarily focuses on honoring recipients of the Air Medal, there may be considerations regarding the administrative processes involved in issuing these plates. For example, ensuring that the proof of the award is verifiable could pose certain challenges. Additionally, the provisions regarding surviving spouses retaining the ability to use or apply for special plates could raise questions about eligibility and ongoing administration of the plates, although such measures aim to provide continued recognition of service posthumously.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IA SF59

A bill for an act relating to distinguished service medal special registration plates.

IA HSB718

A bill for an act relating to special forces special registration plates.

IA HF54

A bill for an act relating to antique vehicle special registration plates.

IA HF2639

A bill for an act relating to vehicle registration plates, including registration plate frames and Gadsden flag special registration plates.(Formerly HF 2424, HSB 615.)

IA SF2415

A bill for an act relating to motor vehicle special registration plate decals created by a nonprofit veterans' organization or associated with military service.(Formerly SF 564, SF 224, SF 90.)

IA SF564

A bill for an act relating to motor vehicle special registration plate decals created by a nonprofit veterans' organization or associated with military service.(Formerly SF 224, SF 90; See SF 2415.)

IA SF224

A bill for an act relating to motor vehicle special registration plate decals created by a nonprofit veterans' organization or associated with military service.(Formerly SF 90; See SF 564, SF 2415.)

IA SF47

A bill for an act relating to Gadsden flag special registration plates.

IA SF2040

A bill for an act relating to animal welfare special registration plates.

IA HSB615

A bill for an act relating to Gadsden flag special registration plates.(See HF 2424, HF 2639.)

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.