This bill aims to enhance compliance and public safety regarding collector vehicle and horseless carriage license plates in Washington State. Key amendments include the definition of a "horseless carriage license plate" to apply specifically to vehicles manufactured or built before January 1, 1916, rather than those at least forty years old. Additionally, the bill introduces new requirements for obtaining a collector vehicle license plate, such as providing proof of ownership and a valid registration certificate for a second vehicle used for daily driving, as well as proof of a current collector vehicle insurance policy with specified liability limits.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that individuals driving vehicles with collector vehicle license plates must maintain collector vehicle insurance and comply with all relevant financial responsibility requirements. It also includes provisions for penalties for those who knowingly provide false information regarding license plates. The effective date for these changes is set for January 15, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 46.30.020, 46.04.199, 46.18.255, 46.18.220
Substitute Bill: 46.30.020, 46.04.199, 46.18.255, 46.18.220