Informing the Legislature that on June 21, 2024, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB2731 SD1 HD1 CD1 (ACT 083).

This bill, signed into law on June 21, 2024, establishes special license plates for veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars in Hawaii. To qualify, applicants must provide proof of honorable discharge and specific documentation related to their service, such as Purple Heart awards, prisoner of war status, or service near Pearl Harbor. The plates will feature distinct designs and text, including "COMBAT WOUNDED" for Purple Heart recipients and "IRAQ VETERAN" or "AFGHANISTAN VETERAN" for those who served in those conflicts. This law directly affects eligible military veterans and their families by offering a way to recognize their service through customized vehicle registration.