(a) As used in this section, “veteran” means a veteran, as defined in section 14-36h , who has verification from the Department of Veteran Affairs that such person or member is a veteran.
(b) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (a) of section 1-1h , subsection (a) of section 14-41 and subsection (a) of section 14-50a concerning fees, the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles may waive the fee for a motor vehicle operator's license or an identity card renewal or duplication for any applicant who is a veteran while attending a one-day event that offers services, supplies or assistance to veterans and is hosted by the Department of Veteran Affairs.