S2451
An Act to enhance the license plate system of the Commonwealth
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to modernize the Massachusetts license plate system by authorizing the Registry of Motor Vehicles to create a redesigned registration plate. The goal is to update the appearance and potentially incorporate new features or technologies into the system. This redesign would be a significant change to the current license plate format used in the state.
Key provisions
- Authorize the Registry of Motor Vehicles to develop a redesigned registration plate system.
- Permit the Registry to design and implement the new system.
- The redesign may include changes to the appearance of the plates.
Who is affected
- Motor vehicle owners in Massachusetts
- The Registry of Motor Vehicles
- The Massachusetts Department of Transportation
Notable changes
- This bill proposes a complete overhaul of the current license plate design.
- The redesign could potentially involve new technologies or features.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Joan B. Lovely
Peter J. Durant
Steven George Xiarhos
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Bill S.2451 194th (Current)
An Act to enhance the license plate system of the Commonwealth
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2451) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to authorize the Registry of Motor Vehicles to develop, design and implement a redesigned registration plate system for motor vehicles. Transportation.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Bruce E. Tarr
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2451
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/7/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/13/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 12/4/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2783 |
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