Florida could soon do away with the requirement to place registration stickers on vehicle license plates under a proposal backed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.The plan, set to be considered during the upcoming legislative session, would move the process entirely online as a way to reduce costs and streamline renewals.According to a news release from state Rep. Tom Fabricio, R-Miami Lakes, and Sen. Ana Maria Rodriguez, R-Homestead, the proposed bills, HB 841 and SB 982, aim to save money for both drivers and county tax collectors by eliminating the need for printed decals. DeSantis publicly supported the measure, responding to Fabricio’s post on X with “Good job Tom — get it done!”If passed, the legislation would allow all vehicle registration renewals to be recorded electronically, removing the need for stickers typically affixed to rear license plates. The proposal is scheduled for consideration when the legislative session begins Jan. 13.Lawmakers said the shift reflects Florida’s growing use of digital systems to modernize government services and reduce unnecessary spending.News Service of Florida contributed to this report.DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.
FORT MYERS, Fla. —
Florida could soon do away with the requirement to place registration stickers on vehicle license plates under a proposal backed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
The plan, set to be considered during the upcoming legislative session, would move the process entirely online as a way to reduce costs and streamline renewals.
According to a news release from state Rep. Tom Fabricio, R-Miami Lakes, and Sen. Ana Maria Rodriguez, R-Homestead, the proposed bills, HB 841 and SB 982, aim to save money for both drivers and county tax collectors by eliminating the need for printed decals. DeSantis publicly supported the measure, responding to Fabricio’s post on X with “Good job Tom — get it done!”
If passed, the legislation would allow all vehicle registration renewals to be recorded electronically, removing the need for stickers typically affixed to rear license plates. The proposal is scheduled for consideration when the legislative session begins Jan. 13.
Lawmakers said the shift reflects Florida’s growing use of digital systems to modernize government services and reduce unnecessary spending.
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