Recycle Florida Today (RFT) received approval for a specialty license plate through their non-profit, Recycle Florida Today Foundation, Inc. (RFTF), giving drivers the chance to support recycling in Florida. House Bill 403 was passed during the last legislative session and signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis. The new plates will soon be available at Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicle (FLHSMV) offices throughout the state.
Drivers may elect to purchase the new plate for an additional cost. The proceeds from the sale of the new plate will benefit the RFT Foundation that will use the donations to further recycling and waste reduction throughout Florida. The Foundation must presell 3,000 vouchers to move the plate to the production phase.
“We are excited to have the specialty license plate approved,” said Carmen Bruno, RFT’s board chair. “It will help promote recycling and provide additional funds for recycling and waste reduction projects through the RFT Foundation. We hope many Florida residents will opt for the new plate to help the environment and save our planet.”
Since the inception of specialty license plates millions of dollars have been raised for many causes throughout Florida. “The design for the new plate was chosen because it best represents recycling, Florida, and the natural environment,” said Heather Armstrong, executive director. “The bright colors stand out and speak loudly for the planet, reminding everyone to recycle.”
RFT is Florida’s state recycling organization and association educating recycling and environmental professionals throughout Florida from both the public, private, non-profit, and institutional sectors. RFT was formed to be a driving force to help Florida professionals implement its recycling goals and objectives.