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NJ A2347

NJ A2347
Requires MVC to issue electronic driver's licenses and identification cards upon request; allows operators of motor vehicles to display electronic driver's license.


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Introduced
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill authorizes operators of motor vehicles to provide a driver's license electronically. The bill also authorizes the holder of or an applicant for a driver's license or identification card issued by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to request the issuance of an electronic driver's license or identification and requires the MVC to issue these electronic documents. The MVC may charge and collect a reasonable fee for the issuance of electronic driver's licenses and identification cards. The bill authorizes the Chief Administrator of the MVC to promulgate rules and regulations concerning the issuance, design, and content of electronic driver's licenses and electronic identification cards. The commission is authorized to deter and detect counterfeit or fraudulent electronic driver's licenses and identification cards and to provide for an electronic form for the display of driver's licenses and identification cards.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes operators of motor vehicles to display their driver's license electronically on a device such as a smartphone. It also requires the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to issue electronic driver's licenses and identification cards upon request, and allows the MVC to charge a reasonable fee for these electronic documents. The bill also grants the MVC Chief Administrator the authority to promulgate rules and regulations regarding the issuance, design, and content of these electronic documents, as well as measures to deter and detect counterfeit or fraudulent electronic licenses and identification cards.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee (on 01/09/2024)

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