--- title: "CS/CS/SB 92: The Motor Vehicle Safety Bill and Its Hidden License Plate Requirement" description: "a bill titled CS/CS/SB 92, also known as the \"Lilly Glaubach Act,\" and enhances SB 194 which primarily focuses on motor vehicle safety. However, buried within its provisions is a significant change to vehicle licensing requirements" url: "https://palmcoastlocal.com/alice-articles/64-flagler-county-florida-government/272-cs-cs-sb-92-the-motor-vehicle-safety-bill-and-its-hidden-license-plate-requirement" date: "2026-06-16T01:07:58+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- [📅 Events](https://palmcoastlocal.com/events) [🏷️ Deals](https://palmcoastlocal.com/component/jbusinessdirectory/offers?Itemid=520) [🤖 Ask ALICE](https://palmcoastlocal.com/ta) [📞 386-538-0999](tel:3865380999) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/JoinPalmCoastLocal) [+ List My Business](https://palmcoastlocal.com/add-a-business) [ ![Palm Coast Local](https://palmcoastlocal.com/images/logos/headerlogo.webp) ](https://palmcoastlocal.com) ![ALICE](https://palmcoastlocal.com/images/ALICE/ask-alice-palmcoastlocal.png) Live Now Meet ALICE Your Palm Coast AI Guide Ask her anything — free! 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However, buried within its provisions is a significant change to vehicle licensing requirements **Understanding CS/CS/SB 92: The Motor Vehicle Safety Proposed Bill and Its Hidden License Plate Requirement** The Florida Legislature is considering a bill titled [CS/CS/SB 92](https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/92), also known as the "Lilly Glaubach Act," and [enhances SB 194](https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/194) which primarily focuses on motor vehicle safety. However, buried within its provisions is a significant change to vehicle licensing requirements—one that mandates the display of both front and rear license plates on all vehicles registered in the state. Palm Coast Local breaks down the key elements of the bill and explores the implications of this additional requirement. ### **Key Provisions of CS/CS/SB 92** The bill introduces several measures aimed at improving motor vehicle safety and possibliy identifying hit and run vehicles, including: - **Two-Plate Requirement:** Every vehicle required to be licensed in Florida must now display a license plate on both the front and rear of the vehicle. - **Repair Shop Crash Reporting:** Motor vehicle repair shops must request a written crash report from customers when vehicles show evidence of collision damage. - **Repair Estimate Reporting:** If a customer does not provide a written crash report, repair shops or their associated vendors must submit a finalized repair estimate to a database maintained by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement within a specified timeframe. ### **The Two-Plate Rule: A Significant Change** Historically, Florida has required only a single rear license plate on most vehicles. The inclusion of a front plate requirement marks a significant shift in state policy, aligning Florida with states that enforce two-plate laws. #### **Implications for Florida Drivers** 1. **Increased Costs for Drivers** – Vehicle owners will need to obtain and affix a second plate, potentially raising registration fees. 2. **Aesthetic and Practical Concerns** – Many sports cars and luxury vehicles are designed without a front license plate bracket, creating installation challenges. 3. **Enhanced Law Enforcement Capabilities** – Law enforcement officers and toll systems can more easily identify vehicles from both directions. 4. **Potential Legal Conflicts** – Some Florida residents may push back against this change, arguing it adds unnecessary regulation and expenses. ### **Why Was This Requirement Included?** The two-plate rule was inserted into a bill primarily focused on safety and accident reporting, making it easy to overlook. While the bill’s safety measures—such as repair shop reporting—may be uncontroversial, the new plate requirement could face opposition from both lawmakers and the public. CS/CS/SB 92 presents itself as a motor vehicle safety bill, but its inclusion of a two-license-plate requirement introduces an additional regulatory and financial burden on Florida drivers. While proponents argue that the change improves law enforcement capabilities and public safety, critics point to increased costs and logistical challenges. If passed, this law will significantly alter vehicle registration practices in the state, making it essential for drivers to stay informed and prepared for potential compliance changes. 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