SB0102 Summary: Digital Registration Plates

• Establishes intent that references to vehicle license plates and stickers include electronic versions approved by the Secretary of State, with policy encouraging use of combined metal and digital plates.

• Creates new Section 3-401.5 authorizing the Secretary of State to issue digital registration plates as alternative to metal plates if vehicle owners separately purchase them, with requirements for automated image capture and coordination between owner and distributor.

• Permits electronic renewal of digital plates and allows Secretary to suspend or revoke digital plate images for code violations or failure to renew, while owners remain responsible for all costs associated with digital plates.

• Updates numerous sections throughout the Illinois Vehicle Code to recognize and reference digital registration plates and digital registration stickers alongside traditional metal plates and stickers in all applicable contexts.

• Takes effect upon becoming law and applies to registrations under special plates authorized by statute, subject to approval from originating organizations where applicable.