Minnesota could issue Main Streets plates to eligible vehicle owners

The commissioner would issue Minnesota Main Streets plates to eligible applicants. Eligible owners of passenger cars, noncommercial one-ton pickups, motorcycles, and recreational vehicles could apply. The commissioner would design the plates with the employment and economic development commissioner and include the words “Legendary Landmarks.” Applicants must pay the plate fee, any other required fees, and the vehicle registration tax. Applicants must contribute at least $30 each year to the Minnesota Main Streets account and follow vehicle registration and driver licensing rules. The section would take effect January 1, 2027, for plates issued on or after that date.

Contributions would go into a state account and be used for account costs and the Minnesota Main Streets program. This applies to contributions from people who receive the plates. Money would first pay the yearly cost of administering the account. The remainder would go only to Rethos for the Minnesota Main Streets program. These account and funding rules would apply to plates issued on or after January 1, 2027.