Bill > SF2332

This bill authorizes the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) to develop and issue electronic driver's licenses that meet national standards set by the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA). The electronic credentials will function as digital extensions of physical driver's licenses, allowing individuals to verify their identity and driving privileges through secure, encrypted technology. Key provisions include allowing DVS to contract with entities to develop the electronic system, establishing rules for credential issuance, requiring authentication by receiving parties, and prioritizing user privacy. The electronic credentials must match a person's existing DVS record, can be issued with an additional fee, and will expire according to existing license expiration schedules. Importantly, individuals must still possess a physical driver's license when operating a motor vehicle, and law enforcement can request the physical credential. The system is designed to protect user privacy by preventing tracking without consent and limiting data collection. The bill is set to become effective on July 1, 2026, with some preliminary provisions taking effect immediately, representing Minnesota's adaptation to digital identification technologies.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF2332&ssn=0&y=2025