MPRA SPECIALTY LICENSE PLATE INITIATIVE SUSPENDED

After much research, preparation and marketing, we were recently able to offer the opportunity to sign up for the MPRA specialty license plate.  The design, created by MPRA staff, was submitted and unanimously approved by the Budget Oversight Committee of the Missouri House of Representatives on January 23, 2008.

 However, due to a decision in Federal Court, the process by which these plates are approved has been suspended for this legislative session.  We received notice of this ruling only after taking all the necessary steps to move forward, and beginning a vigorous marketing effort.  We clearly understand that this is a disappointment to all involved, and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

While there is a real possibility that this will be revisited next session, and MPRA could indeed have the chance to re-submit and subsequently make their plates available, we have decided that the most responsible action is to return the fees collected to date.

 If you submitted an application and payment, you may expect to receive the refund within the next 30-60 days.  If you do not receive this by June 1, 2008 please contact our office.

 Please watch the MPRA website for the most current information on this issue, and if indeed we are able to restart this great initiative, be one of the first to “drive home” the value of parks and recreation in enhancing the lives of all Missourians!