Bill > HF439

This bill requires individuals applying for or renewing a driver's license or nonoperator's identification card in Iowa to provide their citizenship or immigration status. Specifically, applicants must disclose whether they are a U.S. citizen or a noncitizen legally authorized to be in the United States. The Department of Transportation (DOT) will now be mandated to include this status information on the back side of both driver's licenses and nonoperator's identification cards. The new requirement will apply to all licenses and identification cards issued through applications or renewals made on or after the bill's effective date. By adding this provision, the bill aims to provide clear documentation of an individual's legal status on state-issued identification documents. The changes will be implemented by modifying existing sections of the Iowa Code related to driver's licenses and identification cards, ensuring that applicants explicitly state their citizenship or immigration status and that this information is visibly noted on their identification.

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https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HF439