Posted on May 25, 2017
Hartford – State Representative Vincent Candelora voted to pass a proposal what would reduce expenses for veterans obtaining replacement identification from the state Department of Motor Vehicles earlier this week.
H.B. 6061 – An Act Waiving the Fee for Veterans Who Have Certain Driver’s Licenses or Identity Cards Reissued Prior to Expiration – requires the DMV commissioner to waive the fee for one duplicate license or identity card issued to a veteran who wants to include the state’s veteran status designation on the identification. Currently, the fee for a duplicate license or identity card is $30. Duplicate licenses are those reissued prior to expiration or with modifications such as the veteran status designation.
Representative Candelora co-sponsored the bill and was a steadfast advocate of the armed forces, and legislation to help active duty service members and veterans. He noted that veterans’ legislation such as this proposal takes on even more importance with the Memorial Day holiday right around the corner.
“I strongly support this bill proposal on behalf of all the brave men and women who served in the Armed Forces and especially those who may need some financial assistance,” said Rep. Candelora. “As a show of our support and our gratitude, they should certainly receive a fee waiver for certain license replacement fees.”
The bill now awaits action in the senate. The legislative session ends at midnight on Wednesday, June 7.
