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| Special Organization License Plate Fact Sheet |
Why is PENNDOT replacing Special Organization license plates?
In December of 1998 Governor Ridge signed a bill into law that called for the replacement of Pennsylvania's old style license plates. This would be the first plate replacement in 23 years. Accordingly, PENNDOT is in the midst of its three-year project of replacing 9 million license plates having a yellow or blue background. Included in this project are 68 Special Organization license plates with blue backgrounds that will be replaced by the new style plate.
When will the Special Organization license plate replacement take place?
This Special Organization plate replacement was originally scheduled to take place from January 2002 through June 2002. However, PENNDOT was able to move up the process and begin in spring of 2001.
What will the new Special Organization Plates look like?
Special Organization plates will be made using the same basic design as the new standard-issue plate. PENNSYLVANIA will appear across the top of the plate in white lettering against a blue background. The organization's logo, two stacked letters and five numbers will be embossed (raised) in blue against a white background in the center of the plate. The name of the organization will be embossed in blue lettering against a yellow background across the bottom of the plate and will take the place of the Commonwealth's Web site that appears on the bottom of new standard issue license plates.
What do I have to do to get a new Special Organization license plate?
People who have a Special Organization plate with a current (not expired) registration at the time of the replacement will automatically receive a new plate. This new plate will have the same number as their old plate. Those people with expired or otherwise inactive plates will not receive a new plate. In the event that a person reactivates an old blue Special Organization plate, after the replacement effort, PENNDOT will replace it with a new style plate but it will not have the same number as the old plate.
Will I have to pay for the new Special Organization plate?
No fee will be charged for the new plates.
When will I get my new plate?
PENNDOT is working on an individual basis with each of the 68 organizations involved. The length of time required before actual reissuance of new Special Organization plates will vary from organization to organization. PENNDOT expects the Special Organization plate replacement to be completed by September of 2001.
What will I receive in the mail?
Along with your new plate you will receive a new registration card and the appropriate month/year registration sticker. The registration card serves as a mailing label and is inserted into a pocket on the face of the license plate envelope. The registration sticker will be affixed to the top left portion of the plate.
A majority of Philadelphia residents will receive a new plate and registration card but will not receive a registration sticker. As part of a pilot program designed to deter sticker theft, customers residing in Philadelphia will receive a document called a 'Proof of Registration' instead of a sticker. This document is valid for 30 days and must be displayed in the vehicle's rear window. About three weeks after the new license plate is mailed, Philadelphia customers will receive a new style registration sticker to replace the 'Proof of Registration' on their vehicle's rear window. Customers who have vehicles without rear windows, such as motorcycles and trailers, are advised to call 1-877-PA-NU-TAG (1-877-726-8824) for more information.
What should I do with my old Special Organization license plate?
PENNDOT strongly recommends that you recycle your old plate. Recycling options and instructions are listed on the license plate envelope containing your new plate. Do not display your old Special Organization license plate on the front of your vehicle.
What can I do if something is wrong with my license plate or if I have any questions?
PENNDOT has established a telephone hot line that is listed on the license plate envelope to handle those issues. The toll-free number is 1-887-PA-NU-TAG (1-887-726-8824). Call that number if you have any questions or problems. About two weeks after your new plate is mailed you will be sent a follow-up letter to confirm that you did receive your new plate and that all the materials were correct.
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