Rhode Island has become the first U.S. state to feature the Portuguese coat of arms on a motor vehicle license plate, marking a milestone for the state’s Portuguese community.
The creation of the Day of Portugal plate was first announced in 2018.
Orlando Mateus, who served as president of the 2018 R.I. Day of Portugal Committee personally designed the license plate.
Pre-ordered plates will be available for pickup on Saturday, June 7, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 195 District Park in Providence, during the RI Day of Portugal Festival.
The license plate costs $42.50 with $22.50 going to the state’s general fund, and $20 to the RI Day of Portugal. Upon each renewal, a $10 fee will go entirely to the organization.
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