Texas lawmakers first approved House Bill 718 in 2023. The law was passed during the 88th legislative session, with lawmakers aiming to curb the use of fraudulent license plates in the state.

Nov. 17, 2022 - Texas DMV Redesigns Paper License Tags to Include New Security Features Nov. 15, 2022 - Police Searching for Paper Tagged 'Ghost Car' in Deadly Grand Prairie Chase ...

The Texas motor vehicle industry will begin to distribute temporary metal license plates starting July 1 KSAT DIGITAL STAFF Published: May 29, 2025 at 4:45 AM Updated: June 22, 2025 at 7:36 PM ...

With paper tags gone, the Harris County Pct. 4 Constable's Office warns drivers to protect their plates ahead of a possible rise in license plate thefts.

Starting next month, motor vehicle dealers will begin issuing metal license plates directly to buyers of new and used vehicles, according to a release from the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.

According to Texas.Gov, you can apply for a new REAL ID-compliant Texas driver's license or ID in person at a Texas Department of Public Safety office. News Sports Hookem.com Austin360 Opinion ...