special plate; youth education

HB 2998 creates a new "youth education charity special plate" option for Arizona vehicle owners. To implement this, a person must pay $32,000 to the department for plate design and approval, with annual plate fees set at $25 (including a $17 donation to a youth education fund). The department will deposit the $17 annual donation into a dedicated youth education fund, while the $8 administration fee goes to the state highway fund. This bill directly affects vehicle owners who choose to pay for this special plate, with the funds supporting youth education initiatives.