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HB 425

Distinctive motor vehicle license tag; authorize issuance to supporters of the State Department of Health.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sam Creekmore

Mississippi HB 425 authorizes specialty State Department of Health license plates to generate supplemental funding through plate sales.

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Bill Summary · HB 425

Legislative bill overview

HB 425 would authorize Mississippi to issue distinctive motor vehicle license tags supporting the State Department of Health. The bill creates a new specialty license plate category that would allow vehicle owners to display their support for the department while generating potential revenue through plate sales.

Why is this important

Specialty license plates are a common revenue-generation mechanism for states, with proceeds typically funding specific causes or agencies. This bill could provide additional funding to the State Department of Health without requiring direct appropriations, though the actual revenue depends on public demand for the plates.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue allocation clarity: The bill does not specify how revenue from plate sales would be distributed or whether it would supplement or replace existing departmental funding
  • Public demand uncertainty: Unlike plates for popular causes (wildlife conservation, military service), health department plates may have limited appeal and generate minimal revenue
  • Administrative costs: The expenses of designing, producing, and administering a new plate category could offset or exceed actual revenue collected

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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