SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WREX) — A bill going through the Illinois General Assembly would ban devices used to cover up license plates to avoid legal consequences.

Senate Bill 1883 would explicitly ban license plate "flippers" and other ways of covering up any evidence of registration with the Illinois Secretary of State’s office.

The bill passed the Senate unanimously on Wednesday.

License plate flippers are devices that let drivers cover up their license plate numbers, often with the push of a button. They are used to avoid identification by law enforcement when committing traffic violations.

State Sen. Steve Stadelman (D-Rockford) co-sponsored the bill through the Senate, saying "everyone needs to play by the same rules of the road."

"Many drivers are using plate flippers to avoid tolls and police, evading the consequences of their actions on our roadways," Sen. Stadelman continued. "Banning flipper devices is a crucial step toward keeping our roads safe and holding drivers accountable."

The bill now heads to the Illinois House, where it is sponsored by Rep. Dave Vella (D-Rockford).