This bill establishes a legislative task force to review and evaluate the special license plate process in Washington State, addressing concerns about the high costs and the state's ability to recoup those costs. The task force will consist of members appointed by the president of the senate, the speaker of the house, and the governor, and will focus on various issues including application requirements, funding policies, and metrics for discontinuing special plates. The task force is required to report its findings and recommendations to the legislature by December 1, 2025, and both the task force and the new provisions will expire on December 1, 2026.

Additionally, the bill amends RCW 46.18.060 to prohibit the approval of new special license plate applications until June 30, 2029, while allowing the department to review and reject applications from sponsoring organizations. The department will also be responsible for reviewing annual financial reports from active special license plate series and reporting to the joint transportation committee. The bill includes a provision that it is necessary for the immediate preservation of public peace, health, or safety, and will become null and void if not enacted by June 30, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 46.18.060
Substitute Bill: 46.18.060