Bill > H5259

This bill prohibits the suspension of a person's driver's license or vehicle registration for reasons other than driving offenses. Specifically, it prevents courts, state departments, and agencies from suspending licenses or registrations due to unpaid child support, taxes, court costs, or other financial obligations. The bill adds a new section to state law that explicitly states a person's driver's license shall only be subject to suspension for actual driving-related convictions, such as moving violations. Additionally, the bill repeals several existing laws that allowed license suspensions for non-driving financial issues, such as unpaid taxes, court costs, and out-of-state tolls. The legislation aims to ensure that individuals are not prevented from driving solely because of their inability to pay various fees or meet financial obligations, with the intent of reducing barriers that might make it difficult for people to maintain their ability to legally operate a motor vehicle. The bill would take effect immediately upon its passage.

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