Politics & Government

Low Number Lottery For Blue Massachusetts License Plate Attracts Nearly 50,000 Entries

The Registry of Motor Vehicles announced the low number lottery for the "MA 250" commemorative plate back in February.

(CBS Boston)

May 5, 2026 / 12:56 PM EDT

Tens of thousands of Massachusetts residents are trying their luck in the low number lottery for the state's new blue license plates, which have proved wildly popular with drivers.

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The Registry of Motor Vehicles announced the low number lottery for the "MA 250" commemorative plate back in February. Winners will be revealed on Thursday, May 7 at 1 p.m. on the RMV website.

A total of 48,457 residents entered the 250th Anniversary Low Plate Lottery, the RMV said. In comparison, the RMV's last low plate number lottery in 2025 drew about 19,000 entries.

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