Bill > H3314

This bill aims to end debt-based driving restrictions and remove economic roadblocks. The key provisions include: 1. Eliminating the ability to suspend a person's driver's license or vehicle registration for unpaid parking tickets or other administrative fees. 2. Requiring the Parking Clerk and Registry of Motor Vehicles to provide electronic notifications to drivers about unpaid assessments and their right to request a hearing to contest responsibility or seek a reduction/waiver based on financial hardship. 3. Allowing for the reduction or waiver of assessments if they would cause substantial financial hardship, especially for those receiving public assistance or with low incomes. 4. Repealing certain provisions that allowed for the suspension of licenses or registrations due to unpaid taxes or child support obligations. 5. Directing the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to reinstate all licenses, driving privileges, and registrations that were previously suspended or revoked due to the penalties outlined in the bill, and notify affected individuals of the reinstatement and their right to request a hearing. The overall goal of the bill is to remove barriers to transportation access caused by debt-related driver's license and vehicle registration suspensions, which can disproportionately impact low-income individuals and make it more difficult for them to maintain employment and meet other obligations.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3314