S 172 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Authorizes use of digital license plates.

This bill (S 172) would allow New Jersey vehicle owners to use digital license plates instead of traditional plates, if they choose. The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) would establish rules for these devices, requiring them to always display the vehicle's registration number and limiting personal data stored to what's necessary. Owners would pay no extra fee beyond standard registration costs, and the use of digital plates would remain optional. The bill also requires the MVC to set standards for privacy, security, and device approval before implementation.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee
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