http://www.akdemocrats.org/Documents/050403_senate_veterans_legislation.pdf

Additional information: SB146 Guess

JUNEAU – Senator Gretchen Guess (D-Anchorage) this week won unanimous support of Senate Bill 146, a bill to create a special request license plate commemorating Alaska veterans. The measure was co-sponsored by 14 Alaska Senators. The optional license plates could be purchased for a one-time fee of $100, with a biennial renewal fee of $35. The money would be available to support programs benefiting Alaska veterans, including an Alaska Veterans’ Home. Currently, Alaska is the only state without a veterans’ home. “Many Alaskans would like to show support for the men and women who have served their country,” said Senator Guess. “These special request license plates allow anyone to show their support for veterans by purchasing these plates, knowing their dollars will go towards supporting programs for Alaska veterans.” Currently, many special request plates exist in Alaska. License plates to benefit the Alaska children’s trust, commemorating the arts, and plates to support dog-mushing programs are available for purchase. Although veterans can purchase plates that recognize their military service, no license plate currently exists for Alaskans to show their support for veterans. “With all of the uncertainties we are facing around the globe, Americans are rediscovering an appreciation for what our veterans have done for our country,” said Senator Guess. “Though a small and simple gesture, purchasing an Alaska Veterans’ Commemorative Plate will give people a way to express their support and thanks.” Senate Bill 146 now moves to the House for consideration.

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Putting Alaskans First · Moving Alaska Forward 2004
Sen. Bettye Davis, Sen. Johnny Ellis, Sen. Kim Elton, Sen. Lyman Hoffman, Sen. Hollis French, Sen. Gretchen Guess, Sen. Georgianna Lincoln, Sen. Donny Olson, Rep. Ethan Berkowitz, Rep. Sharon Cissna, Rep. Harry Crawford, Rep. Eric Croft, Rep. Les Gara, Rep. Max Gruenberg, Rep. David Guttenberg, Rep. Reggie Joule, Rep. Mary Kapsner, Rep. Beth Kerttula, Rep. Albert Kookesh, Rep. Carl Moses