Pennsylvania 2023-2024 Regular Session

Pennsylvania Senate Bill SB818

Introduced
6/23/23  

Caption

In registration of vehicles, further providing for issuance and reissuance of registration plates.

Impact

If enacted, SB818 will have a significant impact on state laws regarding vehicle registrations. It proposes changes that may affect how registration plates are issued and reissued, potentially aligning state regulations with technological advancements. The adjustment is intended to simplify existing processes and assist both vehicle owners and registration agencies, fostering a more efficient system overall.

Summary

Senate Bill 818 aims to update the processes involved in the registration and reissuance of vehicle registration plates in the state. The bill seeks to streamline the current procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce the waiting times for vehicle owners. Supporters of the bill emphasize that these changes will modernize the vehicle registration system, making it more user-friendly and accessible.

Sentiment

The sentiment around SB818 has generally been positive, particularly among those advocating for updated vehicle registration processes. Legislators and stakeholders involved in transportation policy view the bill as a progressive step toward addressing the needs of modern vehicle owners. However, there are reservations voiced by some groups who express concerns about the practical implications of implementing the new procedures and the potential for increased fees for vehicle registration.

Contention

Notable points of contention regarding SB818 include discussions on how the changes may disproportionately affect low-income vehicle owners or those in rural areas who may face challenges accessing updated online systems. Critics argue that while the intention of improving efficiency is valid, the implementation must ensure accessibility for all residents, particularly those less adept with technology or without reliable internet access.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA HB1710

In certificate of title and security interests, further providing for application for certificate of title; in registration of vehicles, further providing for registration and certificate of title required and for period of registration, repealing provisions relating to temporary registration cards and to temporary registration permits, providing for transition from temporary registration cards, permits and plates and further providing for transfer of registration, for duties of agents and for issuance and reissuance of registration plates; in financial responsibility, further providing for required financial responsibility; in fees, further providing for temporary and electronically issued registration plates; in Motor Vehicle Transaction Recovery Fund, further providing for enforcement; in powers of department and local authorities, further providing for proportional registration not exclusive; in messenger service, further providing for agent duties and responsibilities; and, in liquid fuels and fuels tax, further providing for electric vehicle road user charge.

PA HB1613

In registration of vehicles, providing for vendor-designed registration plates.

PA HB1517

In registration of vehicles, providing for vendor-designed registration plates.

PA SB1113

In registration of vehicles, providing for vendor-designed registration plates.

PA HB650

In registration of vehicles, further providing for use of dealer registration plates; and, in inspection of vehicles, providing for duty of department.

PA HB1679

In registration of vehicles, further providing for use of dealer registration plates; and, in inspection of vehicles, providing for duty of department.

PA SB813

In registration of vehicles, further providing for person with disability plate and placard.

PA HB2382

Motor vehicles; defining term; providing for the issuance of license plates, decals and registration for certain vehicles; emergency.

PA HB2271

In registration of vehicles, further providing for USA semiquincentennial registration plates and providing for alternative USA semiquincentennial heritage registration plates.

PA HB2428

In general provisions, further providing for definitions; in registration of vehicles, further providing for registration card to be signed and exhibited on demand; and, in licensing of drivers, further providing for issuance and content of driver's license and for carrying and exhibiting driver's license on demand.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.