AB 303

Under current law, any group or organization may apply to the Department of

Transportation for designation as an authorized special group. If the application is

approved, members of the authorized special group may obtain special

distinguishing registration plates for certain vehicles, including automobiles and

motor homes, that are owned or leased by special group members. A fee, in addition

to the regular registration fee for the particular kind of vehicle, is charged for the

issuance or reissuance of most special plates.

Before October 2, 1998, authorized special groups whose members may obtain

special plates were specifically enumerated in state law. With certain exceptions,

current law provides that specific enumeration in state law of authorized special

groups is limited to those special groups enumerated before October 2, 1998.

This bill establishes an authorized special group specifically enumerated in

state law for persons interested in expressing their support for the family members

of law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. In addition to other

applicable registration fees, special group members are required to pay a $15 fee for

issuance or reissuance of these special plates.