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HB0105

Metal Mustache Freedom Act

Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 2:25 AM

In one sentence

The Metal Mustache Freedom Act removes the requirement for vehicles to display a front license plate in Wyoming.

What it does

  • Removes the rule that requires all vehicles to show a front license plate.
  • Changes several laws about special and antique vehicle plates so they only need one rear plate.

Who it affects

  • Drivers and owners of vehicles registered in Wyoming.
  • Government agencies responsible for vehicle registration and enforcement.

Limits and unknowns

  • This bill did not pass in the Wyoming legislature.
  • It only affects vehicles registered in Wyoming.
  • Some details about how this change will be enforced are unclear from the provided information.

Plain language

Terms to know

License Plate
A metal plate with a unique number or letter combination that is legally required to be displayed on a motor vehicle, usually showing the state of registration and other information.
Motor Vehicle Registration
The process by which government authorities issue certificates allowing vehicles to operate legally on public roads, often requiring payment of fees and display of license plates.

Official record

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Public statements

Why lawmakers voted

Last checked Aug 5, 10:12 PM

Art Washut

R · H36

Voted No

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker opposes the bill because two license plates are necessary for law enforcement to identify vehicles from the front, and removing one would lower identification rates.

Public statementFloor statement at 2:44:38 Watch the statement
Voted No

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker opposes the bill citing previous testimony indicating law enforcement is not in favor of removing front license plates.

Public statementFloor statement at 2:44:59 Watch the statement
Voted No

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker urges voting no because existing technology can identify vehicles using only the rear plate without requiring officers to manually call in numbers.

Public statementFloor statement at 2:45:24 Watch the statement
Voted No

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker opposes the bill because state technology is being considered for confirming vehicle weight using front plates.

Public statementFloor statement at 2:46:27 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker reiterates support by stating modern technology allows reading rear plates and the bill would make the law uniform with existing exemptions for sports and antique cars.

Public statementFloor statement at 2:46:46 Watch the statement

If a lawmaker is not listed, we couldn't find a published reason.

Wyoming roll calls

Recorded votes

1 roll call

Official activity

Bill history

  1. H Failed Introduction 22-37-1-0-0House
  2. H Received for IntroductionHouse
  3. Bill Number AssignedLSO