Bill > HF1335

This bill establishes a legal framework for electronic driver's licenses in Minnesota, allowing the Department of Public Safety's Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) division to develop and issue digital credentials that comply with national standards set by the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA). The bill defines key terms such as electronic credentials, which are digital extensions of physical driver's licenses that can be stored on a device, and outlines specific requirements for their development, issuance, and use. Electronic credentials will only be issued to individuals already eligible for physical licenses, with data elements matching the holder's existing DVS record, and will expire according to the same schedules as physical licenses. The bill emphasizes privacy protections, requiring that relying parties (entities verifying the credential) only request necessary data, obtain consent for data retention, and protect the credential holder's privacy. Importantly, the bill stipulates that holders must still possess a physical license when driving and provide it to law enforcement upon request. The electronic credential system is designed to allow verification without requiring the holder to surrender their device, and DVS may charge an additional fee for electronic credentials. The bill is set to become effective on July 1, 2026, with some provisions taking effect immediately upon enactment.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1335&ssn=0&y=2025