Virginia bills · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia SB 45
License plates; only rear plate required, exception.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Christie New Craig (Republican)
Cosponsors (1)
- Mamie E. Locke (Democratic)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Virginia legislature· SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED
Display of license plate; only rear plate required; exception. Permits every registered motor vehicle to display a single license plate issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles on the rear of the vehicle, except for tractor trucks, which shall display such license plate on the front of the vehicle. Current law requires license plates displayed on the front and rear of most such vehicles.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
State vote data last updated Oct 16, 2026, 4:04 AM.
| Date | Vote | Result | Your legislators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15, 2026 Senate | Incorporated by Transportation | pass | Set your home in Virginia to see |
Actions
- Jan 15, 2026 · Senate
Incorporated by Transportation (SB13-DeSteph) (14-Y 0-N) - Nov 24, 2025 · Senate
Referred to Committee on Transportation - Nov 24, 2025 · Senate
Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26100745D