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MS HB1223

MS HB1223
Driver's license; authorize issuance of hardship license to persons who have their licenses suspended as a result of being out of compliance with order for support.


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Introduced
01/21/2019
In Committee
01/21/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/05/2019

Introduced Session

2019 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Authorize The Issuance Of A Hardship Driver's License To A Person Whose License Has Been Suspended As A Result Of Being Out Of Compliance With An Order For Support; To Require A Person To Establish Proof Of Hardship; To Amend Section 63-1-43, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Establish A Fee For A Hardship License And Provide That A Person Holding A Hardship License May Only Drive To Work And Religious Services; To Amend Section 63-1-47, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That The Term Of A Hardship License Shall Be Four Years; To Amend Sections 63-1-5 And 93-11-157, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity With The Provisions Of This Act; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the issuance of a hardship driver's license to a person whose license has been suspended for being out of compliance with a child support order. The person must petition the chancery court and provide evidence of hardship, such as a letter from the Mississippi Department of Human Services, to demonstrate that the suspension would hinder their ability to continue employment. The hardship license would allow the person to drive only to work and religious services, and it would be visually distinct from a regular driver's license. The bill also establishes regulations for the Department of Human Services and Department of Public Safety to implement this new hardship license program.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 02/05/2019)

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