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August 14, 2009

Henry Haupt

Secretary of State Jesse White Unveils New Veterans License Plates

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced today the availability of seven new license plates specifically designed for veterans. The seven license plates include: Air Force Cross, Navy Cross, Distinguished Service Cross, Army Plate, Navy Plate, Paratrooper Plate, and Korean Service Medal. Proof of military documentation is required to obtain these plates.

In addition, White also announced the availability of the Support Our Troops plate, which is available to all Illinois motorists.

“This is a small token of appreciation that we can extend to our military service men and women who have given so much for our country,” said White. “Veterans are real heroes, and I am proud to make available these uniquely designed license plates to further honor them and the service they have given and continue to give to our great country.”

19 other license plates currently available to veterans include: Afghanistan Campaign, Armed Forces Reserves, Bronze Star, Congressional Medal of Honor, Disabled Veteran, Ex-Prisoner of War, Gold Star, Illinois National Guard, Iraq Campaign, Korean War Veteran, Pearl Harbor, POW/MIA, Purple Heart, Retired Armed Forces, Silver Star, U S Marine Corps, Universal Veteran, Universal Veteran (Motorcycle plate), and Vietnam Veteran.

All of the veterans’ license plates are available in vanity or personalized formats and may be ordered at Secretary of State facilities. In addition, the plates are available during the Illinois State Fair at the Secretary of State’s tent located at Brian Raney Avenue, near the southeast corner of the fairgrounds.

State law requires that all license plate categories must be approved by the General Assembly and signed into law by the governor before license plate production may begin.

For more information on veteran’s license plates, contact the Secretary of State’s Office at 217-785-1697.

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