TOPEKA, Kan. ( KSNT ) – Kansans might be getting some new distinctive license plates thanks to new legislation introduced this year.
Several pieces of legislation have been introduced in the Kansas Legislature in 2024 regarding new license plates for locals to choose from. These include a Kansas City Chiefs design, a historical plate design, and another meant for members of the military in Kansas.
License plate fever struck many Kansas residents last year following the release of a controversial state license plate ridiculed by some for bearing ‘Mizzou colors.’ Governor Laura Kelly responded to the backlash by putting up five new license plate designs for a public vote.
Kansans cast nearly 270,000 votes for the new design, finally landing on a winner on Dec. 18. The contest resulted in some Kansans putting up their own unique designs, with one going viral on social media.
In 2023 , lawmakers passed two bills to allow new distinctive license plate designs in Kansas. These included the City of Topeka and “Back the Blue” license plates.