Bill > H3750

This bill aims to make it easier for homeless individuals and unaccompanied homeless youth to obtain Massachusetts identification cards by modifying existing motor vehicle regulations. Specifically, the bill requires the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to create a process that allows people experiencing homelessness to get state identification cards with waived fees. To prove residency, applicants can submit documentation from housing service providers, youth service organizations, or state agencies like health and human services. The bill provides clear definitions for key terms: "homeless" is defined according to the federal Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act, and "unaccompanied homeless youth" is defined as a person 24 years old or younger who is not in the physical custody of a parent or guardian and lacks a stable living situation. The Registrar and State Secretary are required to develop a memorandum of understanding to implement these new provisions, which will help remove barriers to obtaining identification for some of the most vulnerable populations in Massachusetts.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3750