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S 2114

Authorizes special license plates for members of the United States Coast Guard.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by John Burzichelli and 2 co-sponsors

New Jersey bill authorizes special license plates for U.S. Coast Guard members to recognize their military service and community contribution.

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee
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Bill Summary · S 2114

Legislative bill overview

S 2114 authorizes New Jersey to issue special license plates that identify the bearer as a member of the United States Coast Guard. The bill allows current and former Coast Guard members to display distinctive plates as a form of recognition, similar to existing veteran and military service plates in many states.

Why is this important

Special military license plates serve multiple purposes: they provide public recognition of service members, can offer practical benefits like parking privileges or toll discounts, and help veterans build community identity. For a coastal state like New Jersey with significant Coast Guard presence, this addresses a specific military population that may not be fully represented in existing veteran plate programs.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and feasibility: Determining who bears the production cost—the state, the DMV, or individual applicants—and whether it's fiscally justified for a potentially limited audience
  • Eligibility verification: Establishing clear criteria for who qualifies (active duty only, reserves, retired, honorably discharged) and how the state verifies Coast Guard service without duplicating federal vetting
  • Scope creep concerns: Whether authorizing Coast Guard-specific plates sets a precedent for other military branches or specialized groups seeking their own plates, fragmenting plate designs

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

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