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AB 117

Revises provisions relating to special license plates. (BDR 43-48)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Tracy Brown-May and 1 co-sponsor

Nevada AB 117 creates Las Vegas Aces special license plates with designated fees, directs part of proceeds to the Las Vegas Aces Foundation for in-state programs, and subjects the

Approved by the Governor. Chapter 368.
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Bill Summary · AB 117

AB 117 — Summary (Chapter 368, 2025)

Status: Enacted — Approved by the Governor June 6, 2025 (Chapter 368)
Introduced: Jan. 8, 2025 (prefiled Jan. 24, 2025)
Authors / Sponsors: Assemblymembers Brown‑May and Monroe‑Moreno

Purpose / Intent

AB 117 directs the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to design, prepare and issue a new special license plate that indicates support for the Las Vegas Aces (WNBA franchise), establishes fees for issuance/renewal/replacement, channels a portion of revenue to the Las Vegas Aces Foundation, and makes related changes to DMV procedures for special plates.

Key provisions

  • Design & issuance

    • DMV, in cooperation with the Las Vegas Aces, shall design and issue Las Vegas Aces special license plates for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. Plates may be combined with personalized prestige plates if applicable fees are paid.
    • DMV may prepare sample plates of the same design/size.

  • Fees and revenue distribution

    • Standard special‑plate fee: $35 initial issuance; $10 renewal (in addition to all applicable registration/license fees and governmental services taxes).
    • Additional charitable fee: $25 initial issuance; $20 renewal. DMV deposits these amounts with the State Treasurer; the Treasurer distributes the funds quarterly to the Las Vegas Aces Foundation (or successor) to support in‑State programs for health and fitness, disadvantaged children and families, education, and women in sports.
    • Replacement plate fee: $10.

  • Use, transfer, and limitations

    • Plates may be retained and transferred to another qualifying vehicle upon payment of transfer and registration fees, or must be returned to DMV within 30 days after removal.
    • DMV is prohibited from issuing the Las Vegas Aces special plate for a full trailer or semitrailer.

  • Regulatory/oversight treatment

    • The final enacted version includes the Las Vegas Aces special plates within the statutory definition of “special license plate” for purposes of existing provisions that authorize reporting requirements and financial investigations of charities that receive special‑plate fees. (Earlier drafts had proposed an exemption; the enrolled bill subjects the foundation to oversight.)

  • Dealer authorization

    • Removes prior prohibition that prevented authorized new vehicle dealers from accepting registration applications when applicants sought special license plates — dealers may now accept such applications.

Who is affected

  • Vehicle owners in Nevada who wish to display/support the Las Vegas Aces (will pay additional initial/renewal fees).
  • Nevada DMV (design, issuance, fee collection, sample plate production, administrative handling).
  • Las Vegas Aces Foundation (recipient of quarterly distributions; subject to reporting/investigation rules).
  • New vehicle dealers (now authorized to accept registration applications when customers request special plates).

Fiscal and procedural notes

  • Fiscal effect: “Effect on the State: Yes.” (No Fiscal impact on local governments reported.)
  • Requires a two‑thirds majority vote for final passage (noted in reprint).
  • Legislative timeline highlights:
    • Passed Assembly: Mar. 20, 2025 (Ayes 53, Noes 17).
    • Passed Senate (as amended): May 28–31, 2025.
    • Enrolled and delivered to Governor: June 4, 2025.
    • Approved by Governor: June 6, 2025 (Chapter 368).

This summary highlights the enacted law’s principal changes to Nevada’s special license plate program, fee structure, recipient and oversight of charitable distributions, and dealer registration authority.

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

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