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DOT, police and transport industry warn against single‑plate bill over tolling and enforcement concerns
Summary
DOT and law enforcement told the committee that removing the front license plate would complicate E‑ZPass image processing, increase toll‑processing costs and hamper officer identification, while some sponsors cited aesthetics and business opportunities.
The Transportation Committee heard HB1176 FN, a proposal to require only a rear license plate on vehicles registered in the state.
Sponsor Representative Nader said optional front plates are common elsewhere and cited aesthetic and small‑business benefits. "This is a good idea, and it could create business because people could sell them and make some money," Nader said.
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