Bill > HB5160

This bill modifies the Michigan Vehicle Code regarding personalized vehicle registration plates, making several key changes to the existing rules. The bill clarifies that the Secretary of State can issue personalized plates for various vehicle types, which must bear unique letter and number combinations and cannot duplicate existing plates. It updates the fee structure for personalized plates, maintaining the original service fees for initial issuance ($8.00 for the first month and $2.00 for each additional month) and renewal ($15.00), with these fees being deposited into transportation funds. The bill also modifies language around plate renewal and tab issuance, making technical corrections to the text. Importantly, the bill adds a new provision that prevents personalized plates from being issued for certain specific types of vehicle registrations, such as disability plates, veteran plates, and other specialized registration categories. Additionally, the bill maintains existing provisions allowing applicants for specific vehicle registration types to request personalized plates and permits the Secretary of State to issue temporary permits for personalized plate applicants whose current vehicle registration might expire before receiving their new plate. These changes aim to provide more clarity and flexibility in the personalized vehicle registration plate process while maintaining administrative controls.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-5160