This bill amends the current law regarding the display of license plates on motor vehicles in the state. It removes the requirement for vehicles to display a front license plate, allowing for a single rear license plate unless the vehicle is used for commercial purposes or is towing a trailer or other apparatus. Specifically, the bill inserts new language stating that all vehicles used for commercial activities or registered to a business must display both front and rear license plates, as well as those towing a trailer or apparatus. The bill also clarifies that the director of the Department of Safety will issue two license plates that can be maintained throughout the registration period and transferred upon the trade or purchase of a vehicle.

The bill modifies RSA 261:75, II by deleting the requirement for a front license plate for most vehicles and inserting provisions that specify exceptions for commercial vehicles and those towing. The effective date of the bill is set for 60 days after its passage. The Department of Safety has indicated that it can implement these changes within its existing budget and resources, meaning there will be no expected impact on state, county, or local expenditures or revenue.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 261:75
As Amended by the House: 261:75
HB1176 text: 261:75