The first-ever mental health-themed license plate – Mental Health Matters – will soon be on the road! The preorder period is over and the plate is in production. A link to new plate will be live by April 1!
Individuals who preordered the plate will be emailed a redemption voucher once the effective date of issuance is confirmed. We are looking toward a date of April 1 for issuance! Individuals should retain the voucher until their designated renewal month to redeem a full year using the new license plate. Alternatively, the supporter could redeem the voucher as early as April, but if their renewal isn’t until, say, June, they would have to pay another $50.00 at their June renewal.
If the supporter selected Personalized on their precommitment purchase, these plates will be ordered on demand when the supporter visits their local licensing office. All license plates must be ordered/registered with the county licensing office before the new plate is issued.
WHY SHOULD I PURCHASE A MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS LICENSE PLATE?
The Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) is proud to announce the release of a new distinctive license plate designed to steer the conversation about mental health, bring together friends and family, and support all Alabamians through prevention, treatment, and recovery. Featuring a tri-colored heart, the plate carries the message of “Mental Health Matters,” serving as a visual reminder of the importance of mental health in every aspect of our lives.
Every one of us knows someone who may need mental health, substance use, or disability services. But many of us don't know who to call or where to go.
Alabama's Mental Health Matters license plate will raise awareness and spark important conversations. With care, compassion, and increased information, individuals and their loved ones can be more aware of vital services and support.
Residents can request the Mental Health Matters license plate while renewing an auto plate at their county Probate Office. The plate also can also be personalized.
Join the ADMH, providers, and partners by preordering a Mental Health Matters license plate to help de-stigmatize the topics of mental illness, substance use disorder, and disabilities, encourage an open dialogue, and create a culture of support for all.
Help us steer the conversation and show that mental health truly matters.