Bill > SB452

This bill directs the Missouri Department of Revenue to change how license plates are issued for most motor vehicles, primarily reducing the number of license plates issued from two to one. Specifically, the bill requires that starting August 28, 2025, most vehicles will receive only one license plate instead of the current two-plate system. For vehicles with front license plates on that date, owners will need to surrender their front plate to the department of revenue. The bill applies this one-plate requirement to standard, personalized, and special license plates, with some exceptions for specific vehicle types like commercial vehicles over 12,000 pounds, which may still be eligible for two plates upon request. The legislation also updates related provisions about license plate display, including where and how plates should be mounted on different types of vehicles. Additionally, the bill includes provisions about returning plates when moving out of state or ceasing vehicle operation in Missouri, and maintains existing requirements about plate visibility, reflectivity, and annual registration.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.senate.mo.gov/25info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=183