Bill
A 1151
A 1151 authorizes a distinctive license plate honoring music education and creates a dedicated fund to direct plate revenues to music education programs.
Status: Referenced to Transportation
Introduced: January 9, 2025
Sponsors:
- Primary: Edward Ra
- Co-sponsor: William Colton
Legislative Actions:
- 2025-01-09: REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
- 2025-01-09: REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
(Note: the record shows two identical entries for the referral on the same date.)
Overview and Intent
- A 1151 would authorize the issuance of a distinctive license plate bearing the message “I Support Music Education.”
- It would establish the “I Support Music Education” Fund to receive and allocate revenues associated with the plate program, creating a dedicated funding stream intended to support music education initiatives.
Key Provisions (as described by the bill’s summary)
- Distinctive Plate Authorization: The bill authorizes the production and issuance of a special license plate displaying the slogan “I Support Music Education.”
- Creation of a Dedicated Fund: Establishment of the “I Support Music Education” Fund to hold revenues generated by the plate program.
- Use of Funds: Revenues deposited into the Fund would be designated for music education-related programs and activities. The bill would specify the eligible uses and any governance or allocation rules, subject to statutory provisions.
- Administrative Framework: Details on how the plate would be issued, any application or eligibility requirements, fees (initial design fee and/or annual surcharges), and administrative oversight would be defined in the bill or implementing regulations.
- Oversight and Allocation: The fund would be administered in a manner consistent with state law, including reporting or audit requirements and appropriation mechanisms to ensure funds reach music education programs.
Who Would Be Affected
- Vehicle Owners: Individuals who choose to obtain the “I Support Music Education” plate, potentially paying additional plate fees or surcharges as specified in the bill.
- State Department or Agency Responsible for Plate Issuance: Likely the agency that handles vehicle registrations would administer the plate program, subject to the bill’s provisions.
- Music Education Community: Schools, programs, and organizations that would benefit from the dedicated fund revenues.
Potential Impacts and Considerations
- Purpose Alignment: The bill links a public vehicle-ownership symbol to direct support for music education, potentially increasing visibility and targeted funding for such programs.
- Revenue Stream: The fund’s viability depends on plate uptake and the applicable fees or surcharges. Details on amounts, allocation rules, and fiscal impact would be clarified in the bill or by implementing regulations.
- Timeframe: As currently introduced, the measure is in the Transportation committee stage; progress depends on committee consideration, potential amendments, and subsequent floor votes.
Related Legislation
- A 9638, A 4159, A 4381, A 2969 (prior-session bills) are identified as related or predecessor measures exploring similar concepts of distinctive plates or music-education funding.
Notes
- The provided information does not include specific fee amounts, surcharge levels, or the exact statutory language governing fund administration. Those details would be in the full bill text and any accompanying fiscal notes.
This summary focuses on the bill’s substantive purpose, likely effects, and procedural status to help readers understand what A 1151 seeks to accomplish.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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