Bill > LD1360

This bill modifies existing Maine state law regarding driver's licenses and identification cards by requiring the Secretary of State to provide two distinct options for individuals: a REAL ID compliant license (which meets federal security standards established by the REAL ID Act of 2005) and a traditional license that does not meet those federal standards but remains valid for all state identification purposes. Currently, the law allows the Secretary of State to issue REAL ID compliant driver's licenses or nondriver identification cards upon an applicant's request, with the restriction that a person cannot hold multiple licenses with the same class or restrictions. The proposed change ensures that individuals have the choice between a federally recognized REAL ID (typically required for boarding commercial flights or entering certain federal facilities) and a traditional state-issued identification that will still be accepted for state-level purposes. This provides flexibility for individuals who may have concerns about the federal identification standards while maintaining their ability to obtain a valid state ID.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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