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This bill enhances Maryland's vehicle laws by authorizing the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) to expand electronic driver's licensing options. Specifically, the bill allows the MVA to issue electronic credentials in addition to traditional physical driver's licenses, and permits the agency to enter into agreements with other states or through a national motor vehicle agencies association to facilitate the issuance, use, and verification of these electronic credentials. The bill enables individuals to use electronic credentials as valid forms of identification when renting vehicles, allowing renters to present a digital representation of their driver's license instead of a physical card. These electronic credentials can produce both full and limited profiles and must be designed to ensure the credential holder maintains physical possession of the device during verification. The bill also updates rental vehicle transaction requirements to accommodate electronic credentials, allowing rental companies to inspect and verify digital licenses through electronic or digital means. Importantly, the legislation clarifies that this does not limit the MVA's broader ability to implement electronic credentials in other contexts, and the new provisions will take effect on October 1, 2025.

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1371?ys=2025RS