Rep. Pat Gallagher November 19, 2024 | 10:03 AM
HARRISBURG, Nov. 19 – On Monday, Gov. Josh Shapiro signed into law legislation (H.B. 2426) introduced by state Reps. Pat Gallagher, D-Phila., and Greg Scott, D-Montgomery that bans license plate flipping devices in Pennsylvania.
Gallagher and Scott each issued the following statements after state Senate approval sent the bill to the governor's desk last week.
“There are currently many ambiguities in our state law that allow individuals to use these devices as loopholes to get out of making payments they owe,” Gallagher said. “The city of Philadelphia recently took action on this issue by prohibiting these devices in the city, and now it’s time for the entire state of Pennsylvania to follow suit.”
“House Bill 2426 represents an important move toward accountability on our roads,” Scott said. “License plates are vital for vehicle identification, and it’s crucial that our laws clearly prohibit the use of license plate flipping devices, which allow drivers to evade identification. These devices can be used to bypass tolls, engage in reckless driving, and even facilitate more serious crimes without detection. By banning these devices statewide, we are closing a loophole and strengthening public safety across Pennsylvania.”
This bill is now known as Act 150 of 2024.
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