Bill > LB279

This bill modifies Nebraska's motor vehicle registration laws to allow for the operation of registered vehicles with either one or two license plates. Currently, most vehicles are required to display two license plates, but the bill expands the existing exceptions to potentially allow all vehicles to use just one plate. The bill specifically changes sections of the state's Motor Vehicle Registration Act to remove language requiring two plates for most vehicles and instead provide more flexibility. Under the proposed changes, vehicles would be required to have at least one license plate that is securely fastened, clearly visible, and prominently displayed. For vehicles that want to use only one plate, there will be an additional annual nonrefundable registration fee of fifty dollars plus the cost of a windshield decal. The bill maintains existing rules about plate positioning (at least twelve inches from the ground) and requirements that plates remain clear and legible. Vehicles with only one plate will need to display that plate on the rear of the vehicle, with some specific exceptions for apportionable vehicles and truck-tractors, which can display the single plate on the front. This change provides vehicle owners more options and potentially reduces costs associated with purchasing and maintaining two license plates.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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