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CA SB383

CA SB383
Driver’s licenses and identification cards.


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Introduced
02/14/2025
In Committee
04/02/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/02/2026

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act to amend Section 12801.9 of the Vehicle Code, relating to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

AI Summary

This bill primarily makes two key changes: first, it expedites the date by which the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) must issue identification cards to individuals who cannot provide proof of federal immigration authorization from July 1, 2027, to January 15, 2026. The bill maintains that these identification cards will be available to applicants who can provide satisfactory proof of identity and California residency. Second, the bill appears to make technical, non-substantive changes to existing provisions regarding implements of husbandry and farm vehicles, though the specific details of these technical changes are not elaborated upon in the provided text. The broader context of this bill seems to be providing expanded access to identification documents for individuals who may face challenges obtaining traditional forms of identification, while also ensuring that such documents come with clear disclaimers about their limitations for federal purposes. The bill includes protections against discrimination for individuals who obtain these identification cards and establishes guidelines for how the documents can be used and protected.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56. (on 02/02/2026)

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