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HB 1371

License plates, special; issuance to supporters of Quail Forever bearing legend QUAIL FOREVER.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Cherry and 9 co-sponsors

Virginia authorizes special "QUAIL FOREVER" license plates to fund the nonprofit organization and promote upland bird conservation through voluntary plate purchases.

Assigned HTRAN sub: Department of Motor Vehicles
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Bill Summary · HB 1371

Legislative bill overview

HB 1371 authorizes Virginia to issue special license plates bearing the "QUAIL FOREVER" legend to supporters of Quail Forever, a nonprofit organization focused on upland bird conservation. The bill follows Virginia's standard process for creating specialty plates that generate revenue for designated causes while allowing drivers to display their support for specific organizations.

Why is this important

Specialty license plates serve as both a funding mechanism for nonprofits and a form of voluntary civic expression. This bill would provide Quail Forever with a revenue stream through plate sales while increasing visibility for wildlife conservation efforts in Virginia. The fiscal impact statement indicates the Department of Planning and Budget has assessed the financial implications, suggesting measurable revenue or cost considerations.

Potential points of contention

  • Administrative burden: Virginia's DMV must design, produce, and manage a new plate variant, increasing operational costs that may or may not be offset by sales volume
  • Selective advocacy: Creating specialty plates for specific organizations raises questions about which nonprofits receive this privilege and whether government should effectively endorse particular groups
  • Revenue uncertainty: If plate sales are insufficient, Virginia taxpayers could subsidize production costs rather than the organization benefiting as intended

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

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