It is finally a reality!

The Masonic License Plates are available as of today, November 1, 2004, at all regular Washington State licensing agencies. They are not available through the Grand Lodge Office or any other Masonic outlet

These plates are referred to as the "Help Kids Speak" license plates; Department of Licensing personnel may not know what you are asking for if you refer to Masonic License plates. You cannot request a specific number for your plates; you will receive the next number in the stockpile. You cannot "exchange" numbers with somebody who has a number you want.

We are told there is a handicap option available.

The cost is $40 in addition to your regular licensing fees; The renewal cost is $30 in the second year and beyond.

License plates are also available for one-plate vehicles such as trailers and motorcycles.

Revenue from the first purchases will go to reimburse the state for startup costs. After the startup costs have been recovered, the revenue generated will go to the Scottish Rite Childhood Language Disorders program, a 501(c)3 charity.

When you acquire a Masonic license plate at an authorized license office, they will take your money and mail you the plates, so it will be a few days before you get them.

Brothers, it is time for us to show our colors!

M\W\ Sat Tashiro, Grand Master, and W \Larry Brown, Float Committee Chairman, affix License Plate No. 00001 to the truck that transports our Masonic Float across the Jurisdiction.

March 22, 2004 - Governor Locke signs the Masonic License Plate Bill