Bill > S2289

This bill aims to expand access to driver's licenses and identification cards in Massachusetts, regardless of immigration status. The key provisions include: 1. Allowing individuals without proof of lawful presence in the United States to obtain a Massachusetts driver's license or identification card if they meet other qualifications and provide satisfactory proof of identity, date of birth, and Massachusetts residency. 2. Prohibiting the Registrar of Motor Vehicles from inquiring about or creating a record of an applicant's citizenship or immigration status when processing applications for licenses, permits, or registrations. 3. Specifying the acceptable documents for proving identity and date of birth for applicants without proof of lawful presence. 4. Allowing individuals to renew their licenses or identification cards even if they no longer have proof of lawful presence. 5. Restricting the Registrar from retaining or disclosing documents or information related to the application process, except as required by law. The overall goal of the bill is to improve work and family mobility during and after the COVID-19 pandemic by expanding access to essential identification documents, regardless of immigration status.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2289