HB 2482

Abstract

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Repeals a Section authorizing the issuance of Knights of Columbus Special License Plates. Provides instead that the Department of Human Services may issue decals for Universal special license plates. Provides that the cost for the decals shall be $25 at original issuance and renewal. Provides that $15 of each original issuance and $2 of each renewal shall be deposited into the Secretary of State Special License Plate Fund. Provides that $10 of each original issuance and $2 of each renewal shall be deposited into the Knights of Columbus Fund. Provides that money in the Knights of Columbus Fund shall be paid as grants to charitable entities designated by the Knights of Columbus. Makes a corresponding change in the State Finance Act. Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that the owner of a motor vehicle of the first division or a motor vehicle of the second division weighing 8,000 pounds or less propelled by an electric engine and not utilizing motor fuel who qualifies for any veteran license plate offered by the Secretary of State shall pay the same registration fee as that charged for his or her qualifying plate. Effective immediately.