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TX HB71

TX HB71
Relating to the establishment of a program for the issuance of digital identification.


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Introduced
11/14/2022
In Committee
05/04/2023
Crossed Over
05/01/2023
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023

Introduced Session

88th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to the establishment of a program for the issuance of digital identification.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a program in Texas for the issuance of digital identification, including digital driver's licenses, personal identification certificates, handgun licenses, and hunting or fishing licenses. The Texas Department of Public Safety, in consultation with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, is tasked with developing the digital identification program, which must include features like authentication and verification processes and the ability to be used regardless of wireless connectivity. The bill prohibits the department from charging a fee for the digital identification and requires the physical version of the identification to still be issued. Additionally, the bill states that the digital identification cannot be used for voting purposes.

Committee Categories

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Referred to Transportation (on 05/04/2023)

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