Governor signs bills expanding eligibility for disabled veteran registration plates

On Tuesday, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed House Bill 5127, which expands the eligibility of the Disabled Veteran registration plate to partially disabled veterans. Governor Whitmer continues to ensure Michigan’s service members, veterans, and their families have the opportunities and support they need to succeed.

“Today, I signed a bill that will support more veterans in the state of Michigan by making sure they are eligible for the benefits of their service,” said Whitmer. “Michigan’s veterans are the best of us and deserve the support of the state. Let’s keep working together so they can get good-paying jobs, affordable housing, and quality health care. Michigan will always fight for those who fought for us.”

House Bill 5127, sponsored by state Representative Mike McFall (D-Hazel Park), expands the eligibility of the Disabled Veteran registration plate to partially disabled veterans. Specifically, it would expand eligibility to veterans with a service-connected disability of 50% or more.  

The plate also provides veterans with free access to Michigan state parks. In this year’s budget, all veterans were granted free access to Michigan’s state park system.

“This legislation highlights the importance of honoring Michigan’s disabled veterans and the sacrifices they’ve made,” said McFall (D-Hazel Park). “By expanding access to specialized license plates, we’re making it easier for our veterans to receive the recognition they deserve. I am grateful for the support this bipartisan legislation has received and proud to see it signed into law.”

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