Toll Evasion Prevention and Plate Visibility Act of 2026

The Toll Evasion Prevention and Plate Visibility Act of 2026 seeks to enhance license plate readability and combat toll evasion through several key provisions. It establishes a federal prohibition on the sale of goods designed or marketed to impair license plate readability, as well as fraudulent, counterfeit, or unauthorized license plates. The Federal Trade Commission is tasked with enforcing these prohibitions, treating violations as unfair or deceptive acts or practices under existing law. Additionally, the bill mandates the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to publish advisory guidance on license plate readability within 90 days of enactment. This guidance will include best practices for plate appearance to improve digital imaging reliability and information on frames or covers that reduce readability. Importantly, this guidance is advisory only and does not compel states to alter their current license plate designs or programs. To further support its objectives, the Act directs the FHWA to establish a grant program . This program will facilitate the use of information technology systems to identify vehicles that regularly evade tolls. Eligible projects include the development of IT systems, training for law enforcement on obstruction violations, and data sharing systems to improve coordination among agencies. The bill authorizes an appropriation of $10,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2030 to carry out these provisions.