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Introduced
02/25/2025
02/25/2025
In Committee
04/16/2025
04/16/2025
Crossed Over
04/16/2025
04/16/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT REQUIRING THE DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES TO REQUEST EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION ON DRIVERS LICENSE APPLICATIONS AND RENEWAL APPLICATIONS.
AI Summary
This bill requires the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to add an optional field for emergency contact information on both initial driver's license applications and license renewal forms. Specifically, the bill amends existing law to allow applicants to voluntarily provide emergency contact details when applying for or renewing a driver's license, with language explicitly stating that providing this information is optional. The new provision will be added to the state's existing driver's licensing procedures, giving individuals the opportunity to list someone who can be contacted in case of an emergency, such as an accident or medical incident. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2026, and will apply to all driver's license applications submitted on or after that date. This change aims to improve public safety by providing a mechanism for law enforcement or medical personnel to quickly notify a designated contact person in urgent situations involving a license holder.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (17)
Jake Johnson (R)*,
Brenden Jones (R)*,
Carson Smith (R)*,
William Brisson (R),
Deb Butler (D),
Celeste Cairns (R),
Jennifer Capps Balkcom (R),
Maria Cervania (D),
Pricey Harrison (D),
Neal Jackson (R),
Donnie Loftis (R),
Jeff McNeely (R),
Ben Moss (R),
Howard Penny (R),
Paul Scott (R),
Bill Ward (R),
Donna White (R),
Last Action
Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate (on 04/16/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H218 |
| Analysis - Summary H218-SMCV-39(e1)-v-3 | https://dashboard.ncleg.gov/api/Services/BillSummary/2025/H218-SMCV-39(e1)-v-3 |
| Analysis - Summary H218-SMCV-35(e1)-v-2 | https://dashboard.ncleg.gov/api/Services/BillSummary/2025/H218-SMCV-35(e1)-v-2 |
| Analysis - Summary H218-SMCE-13(e1)-v-3 | https://dashboard.ncleg.gov/api/Services/BillSummary/2025/H218-SMCE-13(e1)-v-3 |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/House/PDF/H218v1.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/House/PDF/H218v0.pdf |
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