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Gov. Schwarzenegger Signs Legislation to Create the Gold Star Family License Plate
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced he has
signed SB
1455 by Senator Dave Cogdill (R-Modesto), authorizing the creation of the
California Gold Star Family License Plate. The legislation paves the way for
families who have lost loved ones in current and prior wars to obtain license
plates honoring the sacrifices their families have endured.
"I am very pleased to sign this bill to honor the
sacrifices made by our servicemen and women and their families," said Governor
Schwarzenegger. "When you see one of these license plates on the road, think
about those who have given their lives to defend our way of life, and keep their
families in your thoughts and prayers."
The Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of
Motor Vehicles will fund the start up costs of the Gold Star Family License
Plates using private donations, allowing the state to honor Gold Star Families
without placing any burden on California taxpayers. Also, as a token of the
state's appreciation for their sacrifice, the bill provides a special waiver of
fees for Gold Star Families.
SB
1455 authorizes the creation of the Gold Star Family License Plate and
authorizes a family member of a member of the U.S. Armed Forces killed on active
duty to apply for the plate containing a gold star and the words "Gold Star
Family."
