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HB1198

Display of license plate; only rear plate required, exception.

Status:
In House

Latest Action: Feb. 3, 2026
House: Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (8-Y 2-N)

Chief Patron:
Phillip Scott (R)

Session:
2026 Regular Session

Summary

As Introduced. Display of license plate; only rear plate required; exception.

Permits every registered motor vehicle to display a single license plate issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles on the rear of the vehicle, except for tractor trucks, which shall display such license plate on the front of the vehicle. Current law requires license plates displayed on the front and rear of most such vehicles. (Less)
  • Bill History

  • 01/14/2026 - House: Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26101641D
  • 01/14/2026 - House: Referred to Committee on Transportation
  • 01/29/2026 - House: Assigned HTRAN sub: Department of Motor Vehicles
  • 01/30/2026 - House: Placed on Transportation Agenda
  • 02/03/2026 - House: Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (8-Y 2-N)

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