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S2175Introduced in the Senate

Raises the gross weight of a vehicle eligible for reserve forces plates from 8,500 lbs. to 12,000 lbs. with US flag on the plates. Proof of honorable discharge to be provided to DMV.

IntroducedSenate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs

Introduced by Walter Felag, District 10

What does this bill do?

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Official description

MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES - Raises the gross weight of a vehicle eligible for reserve forces plates from 8,500 lbs. to 12,000 lbs. with US flag on the plates. Proof of honorable discharge to be provided to DMV.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

March 11, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

SenateStage: Senate Committee on Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs: Be held for further study · March 11, 2026

9

Yes

0

No

0

Absent or Not Voting

9 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/11/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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