Bill > HB631

This bill reduces the fee for updating a name on a driver's license to a flat rate of ten dollars across various license types, including Class "D" (standard) and "E" (potentially for different vehicle types or driver classifications), as well as for commercial driver's licenses (Class "A", "B", and "C"). The bill applies to both residents of New Orleans and those from other parts of Louisiana, and covers different age groups, including drivers 70 years and older. Importantly, the new ten-dollar name change fee is exempt from the usual fee contributions to state funds like the Louisiana State Police Retirement System Fund and the litter abatement account. The bill also specifies that when a name is updated, the original license's renewal date will remain unchanged, ensuring that the name change does not affect the license's expiration. This legislation aims to make the process of updating a name on a driver's license more affordable and straightforward for Louisiana residents.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=25rs&b=HB631&sbi=y