Wyoming Bill Repeals Requirement to Display Front License Plates on Vehicles

Original title: Less is More Plate Act.

Last action · February 10, 2026: H Failed Introduction 38-23-1-0-0Sponsors: Rob Geringer and 10 others

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What This Bill Proposed

Legislation introduced in Wyoming eliminates the requirement for vehicle owners to display a license plate on the front of their vehicles, requiring only a rear license plate beginning July 1, 2026.

Background

House Bill 81 was introduced during the 2026 legislative session in Wyoming and failed introduction in the House. context

Who It Would Have Affected

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Directly affected

Wyoming vehicle owners

Directly affected

County treasurers

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Law enforcement agencies

Key Facts

The bill repeals the statutory requirement that vehicles display a license plate on the front.
County treasurers are directed to issue a single license plate instead of two for vehicles that previously required a pair.
Statutory provisions requiring front license plate display under W.S. 31-2-205(a)(i)(A) and (B) are repealed entirely.

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Where This Stands

This bill did not become law - Failed in the House.

Procedural history

3 actions

Feb 10, 2026House
H Failed Introduction 38-23-1-0-0
Feb 5, 2026House
H Received for Introduction
Feb 2, 2026
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