Bill > A06900

This bill amends New York state vehicle and traffic law to specify that driver's licenses, learner's permits, and non-driver identification cards issued to non-citizens with visas will now have an expiration tied directly to their visa status. Specifically, these documents will expire either when the individual's visa expires or on the date the document would normally expire, whichever occurs first. If a non-citizen's license or identification card expires before their visa expires, they will be permitted to renew the document by providing proof of a valid visa to the department. This change ensures that driving and identification privileges for non-citizens are synchronized with their legal immigration status, helping to maintain alignment between an individual's right to drive or possess identification and their authorized period of stay in the United States. The bill will take effect 90 days after becoming law, with provisions allowing for immediate preparation of any necessary implementing regulations.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6900