Bill > A06150

This bill creates a new identification form for individuals being released from correctional facilities in New York, to be issued by the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS). The identification form will include the individual's full name, permanent address (if applicable), birth date, and any other information the commissioner deems necessary. When an individual is released from a correctional facility, the facility must provide them with this identification form along with any other required paperwork. The bill amends the vehicle and traffic law to recognize this DOCCS identification form as sufficient proof of identity for obtaining a non-driver identification card or driver's license, meaning that individuals using this form will not need to provide any additional identification documents. This legislation aims to help formerly incarcerated individuals more easily obtain state identification, which can be a critical step in reintegrating into society by facilitating access to jobs, housing, and other essential services. The bill will take effect 180 days after becoming law, with provisions allowing for preparatory rule-making to begin immediately.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6150