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Kansas held a public vote to choose a new license plate design after the original design was poorly received. Out of nearly 270,000 votes, the winning design received 53% of the vote and features the statehouse dome within the cutout of the state. The runner-ups received 19%, 13%, 10%, and 5% of the vote. The Department of Revenue will review the process, and the new design aims to meet public safety and branding guidelines.
A graphic designer's Kansas license plate design featuring iconic state images gained viral attention, but won't be utilized. The opportunity for Kansans to vote on new designs followed public backlash against a previously-released design that resembled New York's. The governor's office cited safety concerns, adaptability, and timeline constraints as reasons for not accepting constituent designs. The current designs incorporate feedback from citizens and adhere to law enforcement guidelines. The designer's design received widespread support and encompassed what most Kansans wanted.
Governor Laura Kelly of Kansas has announced that the state will pause production on the recently revealed license plate design and establish a process to receive public input before selecting a final design. The decision comes after widespread dissatisfaction with the proposed design. Kansans will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite design among several options that comply with law enforcement needs and established guidelines. The Governor's Office will provide more details on the voting process and how this announcement affects the transition to print-on-demand plates.