Bill > SF3492

This bill repeals the Minnesota REAL ID implementation law from 2017, which established procedures for issuing driver's licenses and identification cards that comply with the federal REAL ID Act. The bill instructs the revisor of statutes to prepare proposed legislation for the 2026 legislative session to make necessary statutory changes to effectuate the repeal. Key provisions include establishing two types of driver's licenses and identification cards: a REAL ID compliant version that meets federal requirements and a noncompliant version that cannot be used for federal identification purposes. The bill requires the Commissioner of Public Safety to provide clear information to applicants about the different types of licenses, their purposes, and limitations. It also includes provisions for protecting data privacy, limiting the sharing of personal information outside the state, and establishing specific documentation requirements for obtaining a license. The bill sets an implementation deadline of October 1, 2018, for REAL ID compliant licenses and includes safeguards against mandatory early reissuance of existing licenses. Additionally, the bill provides for a contingent repealer if the federal REAL ID Act is repealed or substantially modified, ensuring the state's flexibility in responding to potential federal changes.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF3492&ssn=0&y=2025