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WA HB1194

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Roger Goodman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires collector vehicle license plate applicants, after January 15, 2026, to provide proof of ownership and valid registration for a second vehicle used for daily driving, commuting, or business purposes

  • Mandates collector vehicle owners provide proof of collector vehicle insurance with minimum liability limits specified under RCW 46.29.090 when applying for plates after January 15, 2026

  • Redefines "horseless carriage license plate" eligibility from vehicles "at least forty years old" to vehicles manufactured or built before January 1, 1916

  • Removes the previous exemption for collector vehicles and horseless carriages from financial responsibility (insurance) requirements under RCW 46.30.020

  • Takes effect January 15, 2026, and authorizes the Department of Licensing to grant exceptions to the second vehicle requirement if owners demonstrate alternative means of regular transportation

Legislative Description

Creating additional requirements for collector vehicle and horseless carriage license plates to improve compliance and public safety.

Last Action

By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

1/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/13/2025

Full Bill Text

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