Shred The Thought, Interim Paper License Plates Are No More In TX

It's one thing we always notice in Texas while driving, a paper license plate. Normally they've indicated that a more permanent license plate is on the way. But recently, there's been controversy regarding stand-in paper license plates.

According to CultureMap, the previously mentioned plates were used instead in fraud. Schemes occurred where individuals were able to gain possession of car dealer certificates and use fake paper licenses in an attempt to steer clear of paying for certain items.

Now, the Lone Star State is taking steps to curb the fake paper plates. A new law has been enacted, which will take a little bit of time to go into true effect.

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HB718 And Its Contents

For the full contents of the bill, click here. But as CultureMap explains, instead of the usual paper plates Texans are used to seeing in the state, now dealerships will be in possession of metal plates that will be used as a placeholder until the owner is able to obtain a bona fide Texas plate.

At the time of writing however, it will be a bit a of wait before the paper plates we know will be off the roads of Texas. Originally, the plan was set in motion for September of 2023 to be the beginning of the process. However, the date was pushed backed further to July of 2025.

CultureMap states that The Texas Independent Automobile Dealers Association was worried there wouldn't be enough metal plates to go around.

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