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A 2391

Authorizes creation of "250th Anniversary Revolutionary War" license plates.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Jim Beach and 17 co-sponsors

Creates a 250th Anniversary Revolutionary War license plate with proceeds funding New Jersey Revolutionary War site preservation.

Received in the Assembly, 2nd Reading on Concurrence
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Bill Summary · A 2391

Overview

Bill A-2391 from the 222nd New Jersey Legislature authorizes the creation of a specialty license plate commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolutionary War. The design, funding, administration, and eligibility features are specified, with a strong emphasis on private funding to offset initial costs and on directing net proceeds to Revolutionary War site preservation in New Jersey.

Main purpose and intent

  • Create and issue 250th Anniversary Revolutionary War license plates for motor vehicles registered in New Jersey.
  • Align the plate design with Revolutionary War themes, selected by the MVC Chief Administrator in consultation with the New Jersey Historical Commission (NJHC).
  • Generate dedicated funding to preserve and support Revolutionary War sites in New Jersey.

Key provisions and changes

  • Design and issuance

    • The MVC Chief Administrator issues the plates, selecting design elements (emblem and color scheme) in consultation with the NJHC.
    • Plates follow standard Title 39 issuance rules, with added branding and emblem requirements.

  • Applications and fees

    • Initial application fee: $50 (paid to the MVC, in addition to regular registration fees).
    • Annual renewal fee: $10 (in addition to regular registration fees).

  • Fund and use of proceeds

    • A new non-lapsing fund: the “250th Anniversary Revolutionary War License Plate Fund” to receive net fees afteroffsets.
    • Funds (net of MVC administrative costs) are annually appropriated to support and preserve Revolutionary War sites in New Jersey.
    • Interest and income from the fund may be invested or held in public depositories and used for designated purposes.

  • Administrative costs and reimbursement

    • Before depositing fees into the fund, the MVC may be reimbursed for costs to design, produce, issue, renew, and publicize the plates, plus up to $150,000 for initial computer programming changes.
    • The MVC must annually certify the average cost per plate; the Joint Budget Oversight Committee must approve this certification.

  • Program viability and sunset

    • If average annual cost per plate exceeds the $50 application fee in two consecutive fiscal years, the MVC may discontinue the plates.

  • Publicity and liaison duties

    • The MVC must notify motorists of the opportunity to obtain the plates via its website.
    • The NJHC and designated parties may publicize availability as they deem appropriate.
    • A liaison appointed by the NJHC will coordinate with the MVC.

  • Initial implementation conditions

    • No design or implementation work may begin until:
    • Private funding is provided to offset initial costs (as determined by the NJHC and MVC).
    • A minimum of 500 completed initial applications is received, constituting the initial order and funding for the program.

  • Effective date and contingencies

    • The act takes effect immediately but is inoperative until the specified conditions are satisfied.
    • The act expires if conditions are not met by the end of the 12th month after enactment.

Who is affected

  • Vehicle owners who opt for the 250th Anniversary Revolutionary War license plate (additional $50 application fee and $10 annual renewal).
  • The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (administrative implementation and ongoing administration).
  • The New Jersey Historical Commission (liaison role and collaboration in design/publicity; oversight on funding and partnerships).
  • Revolutionary War sites and related preservation efforts in New Jersey, which would receive funding from the dedicated plate fund.

Timeline considerations

  • Conditions precedent for implementation: private funding offset for initial costs and 500 completed applications.
  • If satisfied, program could begin issuance in a future year; otherwise, the act remains inoperative until conditions are met or expires after 12 months.

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

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