Wisconsin “Woman Veteran” license plates now available

April 5, 2012

New plates available to women who served in any of the U.S. military branches

Wisconsin women who have served in any branch of the U.S. military are eligible to apply for one of the new “Woman Veteran” license plates available through the state Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). All currently-issued Wisconsin military plates feature blue numbers on a red, white and blue background. Along with the word “Wisconsin” across the top of the plate, the new plates feature “Woman Veteran” at the bottom. A decal representing the person’s specific military branch is displayed on the left side of the plate. See the new plate here.

"We have declared 2012 to be the Year of the Veteran in Wisconsin to show our respect and appreciation for the contributions of our military veterans," said Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch. "Wisconsin's servicewomen have made our country stronger through their military service and we wish to commemorate their courage and thank them for defending our freedoms."

With addition of the Woman Veteran plate, the Wisconsin DMV now offers 56 different military plate options for veterans and recipients of certain military medals and honors. Military plates are available to active, reserve or retired U.S. military personnel, military academy students or alumni who submit proof of eligibility. More information regarding Wisconsin special plates can be found on the WisDOT Web site. Other guidelines to keep in mind:

• Fees for Woman Veteran plates include the basic annual vehicle registration fee (currently $75 for many cars and trucks), plus a $15 fee when new, non-personalized plates are issued;
• Funds collected from the $15 issuance fee are transferred to the Veterans Trust Fund at the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs. Personalized military plates are available and require an additional $15 annual fee;
• Wisconsin military group plates can be placed on autos, motor homes and motor trucks up through 8,000 pounds, and 12,000-pound farm trucks. Military plates carry no special parking privileges.