Authorizes special plate for holders of "Combat Action Ribbon."
This bill expands eligibility for New Jersey's "Combat Infantryman Badge" license plates to include veterans who hold a Combat Action Ribbon (instead of the Combat Infantryman Badge). It directly affects veterans, particularly Marines, who previously could not qualify for these plates due to their award type. The key provision amends existing law to recognize the Combat Action Ribbon as equivalent, allowing qualifying veterans to obtain distinctive plates bearing the badge emblem for a $15 fee. The bill also permits surviving spouses to retain these plates on vehicles registered to them.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee
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2 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Brian Stack
DDemocratic
P
Tony Bucco
RRepublican
Co
Parker Space
RRepublican
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