SSB 5444: Concerning special license plates and personalized license plates.

What this bill does

Authorizes potentially up to 13 new special license plates. Establishes a moratorium on any additional special license plates, beyond the ones authorized in the legislation, until January 1, 2029. Requires the Department of Licensing to establish a workgroup to conduct a comprehensive review of current provisions associated with special license plates.

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Floor votes

• House: Final Passage as Amended by the House · April 24, 2025
  96 yea · 2 nay
• Senate: Final Passage as Amended by the House · April 25, 2025
  47 yea · 1 nay
• Senate: 3rd Reading & Final Passage · April 18, 2025
  45 yea · 3 nay · 1 not voting

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