HB 651 Alabama House · 2026 Regular Session

Military related distinctive license plates; certain individuals from recertification exempted

This bill exempts individuals with permanent military, veteran, or Gold Star family status from having to recertify their eligibility every five years to keep distinctive license plates. Currently, Alabama law requires these individuals to renew their qualification periodically, but this change would remove that requirement for those whose status is permanent. The legislation applies only to the recertification process and does not alter the design, fees, or availability of the plates themselves. It aims to reduce administrative burdens for eligible veterans and families while maintaining the existing system for obtaining these special plates.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
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Governor
Introduced Mar 31, 2026 Last action Apr 1, 2026
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Apr 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported Out of Committee House of Origin
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Mar 31, 2026
Lower · Passed
Pending Committee Action in House of Origin (Military and Veterans' Affairs)
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Ernie Yarbrough
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