Reenacts GS 20-84(b)(7) as it existed before its repeal by SL 2012-159. Authorizes the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to issue permanent registration plates for a motor vehicle owned by an incorporated REACT (Radio Emergency Associated Communications) team that provides its services pursuant to a contract with a county or municipality (previously not limited by contract specifications).

Amends GS 20-125 to require every vehicle owned or operated by an incorporated REACT team that provides its services pursuant to a contract with a county or municipality to be equipped with special lights, bells, sirens, horns, or exhaust whistles approved by the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles.