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GA SB478

GA SB478
"Freedom to Drive Act"; enact


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Introduced
02/08/2024
In Committee
02/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/28/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To amend Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to motor vehicles and traffic, so as to provide for increased access to government issued identification and driving authorization to state residents through the issuance of state driving cards and identification cards; to provide for a short title; to revise a definition; to provide for an exception to the requirement that the Department of Driver Services utilize a certain federal verification program; to provide for application requirements for such driving cards and identification cards; to provide for standards for the appearance of such cards; to provide for fees for issuance and renewal of such cards; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, titled the "Freedom to Drive Act," aims to increase access to government-issued identification and driving authorization for state residents through the creation of state driving cards and identification cards. The key provisions include: 1. Expanding the definition of "license" to include the new state-issued driving cards. 2. Establishing requirements and procedures for applying for and obtaining these driving cards, including submission of valid identification and residency documents. 3. Specifying the design and features of the driving cards, including the ability for applicants to designate their gender identity as 'male,' 'female,' or 'X.' 4. Prohibiting discrimination against individuals based on their application for or possession of a driving card. 5. Restricting the use of information collected for driving card applications and limiting disclosure of such information. 6. Creating a similar process and requirements for state-issued identification cards for non-citizens. 7. Revising the fees for various driver's licenses, permits, and the new driving cards. Overall, this bill seeks to provide more access to driving authorization and government-issued ID for all state residents, including those who may not be eligible for a traditional driver's license.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Senate Read and Referred (on 02/09/2024)

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