5/25/06-A bill has died that would have required bright orange-pink colored license plates with the letters “DUI” on vehicles driven by people with restricted driving privileges because of convictions for driving under the influence.
Sponsored by Rep. Fred Brummer, R-Apopka, HB627 was awaiting approval on the House floor when the session ended, effectively killing it for the year.
The bill would have required the orange plates be placed on any vehicles offenders drive. The plates would have cost $20 a year, in addition to regular license fees.

4/19/06-A bill awaiting consideration on the House floor would require bright orange-pink colored license plates with the letters “DUI” on vehicles driven by people with restricted driving privileges due to convictions for driving under the influence.
A provision was dropped from the bill – HB627 – that would have permitted police to make random stops on vehicles displaying the special license plates.
Sponsored by Rep. Fred Brummer, R-Apopka, the bill would require the orange plates be placed on any vehicles offenders drive. The plates would cost $20 a year, in addition to regular license fees.
For bill status, call (850) 488-4371. In Florida, call 1-800-342-1827.

3/24/06-The House Transportation Committee has approved a bill that would require bright orange-pink coral colored license plates with the letters “DUI” on vehicles driven by people with restricted driving privileges due to convictions for driving under the influence.
A provision was dropped from the bill that would have permitted police to make random stops on vehicles displaying the special license plates.
HB627 has been forwarded to the Justice Council.
For bill status, call (850) 488-4371. In Florida, call 1-800-342-1827.