Bill > HB4195

This bill proposes amendments to the Michigan Vehicle Code that eliminate citizenship and legal presence requirements for obtaining a driver's license. Specifically, the bill removes language requiring individuals to be citizens of the United States or legally present in the country to receive a driver's license. Key changes include modifying definitions of "residence address" and "resident" to remove references to legal status, removing provisions that previously required proof of citizenship or legal presence when applying for a license, and deleting sections that would have restricted license issuance based on immigration status. The bill also makes several technical changes, such as replacing the word "person" with "individual" throughout the text. Additionally, the bill prohibits the Secretary of State from using driver's license information for immigration enforcement purposes. The amendments will take effect on October 1, 2025, which would allow time for implementation and system updates. The overall intent appears to be making driver's licenses more accessible to all Michigan residents, regardless of their citizenship or immigration status.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4195