Settled

Both of the latest bills that could have put a crimp in the hobby have been laid to rest with the following words, "Ought Not To Pass". Although this seems to be the vernacular of a Lobsterman from Tenant's Harbor it is in fact the language used to tell people it died.

Some of the things brought up will however be brought forward in a Departmental "Omnibus Bill" that has more to do with policies of BMV than Law. Knowing this we can monitor the bill and see the wording changes that will transpire and speak as needed.

Some the language changes is the title of Sec. 457 that now says Limited Use Registration. This in all likelihood will read Hobbyist Registration with Sub-Categories for each plate, IE Antique, Custom etc.
The other major change is the Fee related to registration. It is rumored that the Fee for Antiques will rise and be level with the others in Sec. 457.

LD 943 and 945 have yet to be scheduled for hearing but they are of little consequence to those that adhere to the rules & regulations that are now in place. By giving enforcement a little incentive to pull over the violators of the rules governing the Antique Vehicles in the State Maybe people will leave them alone.