Committee considers auctioned specialty "Old Line" plate as modest revenue source
Senate Bill 352 would create a limited-run, blackout Old Line specialty license plate sold via auction to raise recurring Transportation Trust Fund revenue; sponsors say the design taps demand shown in other states, while committee members asked about auction logistics, market impact on mission plates and small-business name conflicts.
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Senate Bill 352 would authorize a specialty license plate design — a minimalist black "Old Line" plate with up to five numerals — to be issued via a state-run auction and generate net revenue for the Transportation Trust Fund. Sponsor staff framed the plate as both a nod to Maryland history and a potential recurring revenue source; supporters pointed to strong first-year sales in other states.
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