Resolve, To Create A License Plate To Recognize The Semiquincentennial Of The United States Of America

This bill creates a special commemorative license plate for Maine vehicles to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States (1776-2026). The plate, available for $25 starting January 1, 2026, must be displayed over the existing front license plate and can only be used through December 31, 2026 (not on truck tractors). Revenue from the $25 fee is split: $9 covers production costs, and $16 funds the Maine State Cultural Affairs Council. The plate is purely symbolic, with no impact on vehicle registration requirements or fees beyond the commemorative plate.