The colorful, specially created plates will be available for purchase by Texans beginning in 2025, with the money raised going directly to the Big Tex Scholarship Program, which supports young people in Texas. (Source: Texas State Fair)
DallasThe State Fair of Texas specialty license plate was approved by the Board of Directors of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV). The specially created plates will be available for purchase by Texans beginning in early 2025. The Big Tex Scholarship Program will directly aid young people in Texas with the proceeds.
Every year, high school seniors throughout the state of Texas receive millions of dollars in scholarships from the Big Tex Scholarship Program.
Longtime seasonal employees of the State Fair of Texas or their dependents, graduating seniors from six Dallas ISD high schools close to Fair Park, and kids who have competed in young livestock activities at the State Fair are among the beneficiaries.
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Since 1992, more than 3,500 Texas students have received more than $18.8 million in awards from the Big Tex Scholarship Program.
“Texans have an amazing opportunity to show off their pride and support Texas students with this new specialty license plate,” said Karissa Condoianis, SVP of Public Relations. “The State Fair of Texas is a treasured tradition.” “Proceeds from each plate sold will contribute to the Big Tex Scholarship Program, empowering the next generation of leaders and innovators.”
It will be possible to purchase the speciality plate beginning in early 2025.
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The State Fair of Texas provided the information for this article.
The State Fair of Texas provided the information for this article.
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