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A 132

Authorizes the creation and issuance of a distinctive license plate for fire police

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Angelino and 9 co-sponsors

Creates a fire police specialty license plate to raise funds for fire police activities and training, with design, eligibility, and DMV oversight.

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Bill Summary · A 132

Summary: Bill A 132 — Distinctive License Plate for Fire Police

Overview

Bill A 132 would authorize the creation and issuance of a distinctive license plate recognizing fire police. The bill is currently in its early stages and has been referred to the Transportation Committee. It was introduced on January 8, 2025. The primary sponsor is Joe Angelino, with a broad group of cosponsors.

What the bill would do

  • Authorize the design, issuance, and regulation of a new specialty license plate specifically for fire police.
  • Provide the framework for how the plate would be developed (design approval), issued (application process), and governed (administrative rules).
  • Establish provisions related to eligibility, fees or surcharges, and the use of any revenues generated by the plate (e.g., funding for fire police activities, training, equipment, or related programs), subject to the bill’s text.

Key provisions (anticipated components)

  • Design and approval: The bill would specify how a distinctive plate is designed and approved by the relevant state agency (likely the Department of Motor Vehicles).
  • Eligibility: Criteria to qualify as “fire police” units or members eligible for the plate.
  • Fees and revenues: A mechanism for fees or surcharges associated with the plate and how the proceeds would be allocated or used.
  • Use of funds: A stated purpose for any revenues, such as supporting fire police activities, equipment, training, or related services.
  • Administration: Administrative rules, renewal, and enforcement provisions to ensure proper issuance and use of funds.
  • Reporting and accountability: Possible reporting requirements to track the allocation and impact of dollars raised.

Affected parties

  • Fire police units and members seeking recognition through a specialty plate.
  • Vehicle owners who choose to obtain the distinctive plate (subject to eligibility and cost).
  • The Department of Motor Vehicles and other state agencies involved in plate design, issuance, and oversight.
  • Local fire and emergency services communities that benefit from any revenue allocations.

Procedural timeline and status

  • Introduced: January 8, 2025.
  • Status: Referred to Transportation (January 8, 2025). No committee action reported in the provided information.
  • Next steps (typical): Potential committee hearings, amendments, floor votes, and coordination with the Senate and Governor if advanced.

Legislative history and related bills

  • Related bills from prior sessions include A 2274, A 4991, A 1869, A 1382, A 5232, and A 2379. These prior-session measures indicate ongoing interest in establishing a fire police specialty plate and may inform context or amendments to A 132.

Potential impact

  • Positive recognition for fire police and potential dedicated funding to support their operations and training.
  • Administrative and implementation considerations for the DMV and state budget, including costs of production and ongoing management.
  • If enacted, the bill could create a new revenue stream or fund for fire police activities, subject to specific allocations outlined in the final bill text.

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

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