Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1198: Display of license plate; only rear plate required, exception.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1198 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Display of license plate; only rear plate required, exception. Primary sponsor: Phil Scott (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 18, 2026): Left in Committee Transportation.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
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.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phil Scott | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 63 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Left in Committee Transportation
- Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (8-Y 2-N)
- Assigned HTRAN sub: Department of Motor Vehicles
- Referred to Committee on Transportation
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26101641D