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MS HB838

MS HB838
Driver's license; require Department of Public Safety to allow official identifying document of MDOC to suffice for.


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Introduced
02/13/2020
In Committee
05/11/2020
Crossed Over
03/05/2020
Passed
Dead
07/10/2020

Introduced Session

2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Section 63-1-19, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Department Of Public Safety To Promulgate Rules That Allow An Official Identifying Document Issued By The Mississippi Department Of Corrections To Serve As An Identifying Document Under This Section In Lieu Of A Birth Certificate Or Social Security Card For Any Person Released From The Custody Of The Mississippi Department Of Corrections In The Last Twelve Months; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Mississippi Department of Public Safety to promulgate rules that allow an official identifying document issued by the Mississippi Department of Corrections to serve as an identifying document under the state's driver's license law, in lieu of a birth certificate or social security card, for any person released from the custody of the Mississippi Department of Corrections in the last 12 months. This change is intended to make it easier for these recently released individuals to obtain a driver's license. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2020.

Committee Categories

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Died On Calendar (on 07/10/2020)

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