Connecticut House Bill HB07204

Connecticut 2019 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/21/19
• Refer: 2/21/19

Caption

An Act Permitting The Issuance Of Number Plates With Eight Characters.

Impact

If enacted, the bill will amend Section 14-49 of the general statutes to include the new allowance for number plates with eight characters. This will entail charging an additional fee of sixty-nine dollars alongside the regular registration fee. The addition of such a fee indicates a financial consideration for enhanced personalization, and it may encourage more vehicle owners to partake in unique plate offerings, potentially increasing state revenue from vehicle registrations.

Summary

House Bill 7204 proposes the issuance of motor vehicle number plates allowing a maximum of eight characters. This bill aims to enhance vehicle registration options for motorists, by permitting individuals the ability to select a more personalized plate configuration. The focus is on allowing combinations of letters and numbers which may resonate more with individual vehicle owners, thereby adding a level of customization that is currently limited under existing regulations.

Contention

While the bill is largely seen as a positive adjustment for vehicle owners wanting to express individuality through their plates, it may also bring up discussions regarding the administrative workload for the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The DMV will need to implement new procedures for processing and approving combinations of characters, which could be seen as a burden depending on the number of applications received. Furthermore, there could be debates on what specific combinations should be permitted to avoid offensive or misleading uses.

Notable_points

Another notable point is the bill's effective date of October 1, 2019, providing a timeline for implementation after legislative approval. This short time span could lead to swift changes in public usage patterns regarding personalized plates. The anticipated enthusiasm for new plate options may reflect broader trends in consumer demand for individualized products across various sectors.