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A 4495

Authorizes a distinctive "guardians for schools" license plate; and establishes the guardians for schools fund

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Josh Jensen

Bill A 4495 creates a "guardians for schools" license plate to fund school safety programs, enhancing security for students and staff through community support.

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Bill Summary · A 4495

Summary of Bill A 4495

Bill Overview

  • Bill Number: A 4495
  • Title: Authorizes a distinctive "guardians for schools" license plate; and establishes the guardians for schools fund
  • Status: Referred to Transportation
  • Introduced On: February 04, 2025
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

Bill A 4495 aims to create a distinctive license plate design known as the "guardians for schools" plate. The primary intent of this legislation is to raise awareness and funds for school safety initiatives. By establishing a dedicated fund, the bill seeks to support programs and resources that enhance the safety and security of students and school facilities.

Key Provisions

  • Distinctive License Plate: The bill authorizes the creation of a unique license plate featuring the "guardians for schools" theme. This plate will be available for purchase by vehicle owners.
  • Guardians for Schools Fund: The legislation establishes a fund specifically designated for collecting proceeds from the sale of the license plates. The funds collected will be allocated to various school safety programs.
  • Use of Funds: The bill outlines that the funds generated will be used to support initiatives aimed at improving school safety, including but not limited to:
    • Security infrastructure enhancements
    • Training programs for school staff
    • Emergency preparedness resources

Affected Parties

  • Vehicle Owners: Individuals who choose to purchase the "guardians for schools" license plate will contribute to the fund through their purchase.
  • Schools and Students: The bill directly impacts schools by providing additional financial resources aimed at enhancing safety measures for students and staff.
  • Local Governments: The implementation of this program may require coordination with local motor vehicle departments for the issuance of the new license plates.

Procedural Aspects

  • Current Status: As of February 04, 2025, the bill has been referred to the Transportation Committee for further consideration.
  • Related Legislation: This bill is related to several prior-session bills (A 10521, A 6053, A 4295, A 1659) and has a companion bill in the Senate (S 1133), indicating ongoing legislative interest in school safety funding mechanisms.

Conclusion

Bill A 4495 represents a proactive approach to enhancing school safety through community involvement and funding. By allowing vehicle owners to purchase a distinctive license plate, the bill not only raises awareness but also generates financial support for critical safety initiatives in schools. The outcome of this bill will depend on further legislative actions and discussions within the Transportation Committee.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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