Bill > HB1518

This bill modifies Pennsylvania's driver's license regulations, focusing on licensing for non-U.S. citizens and establishing privacy protections for non-REAL ID driver's licenses. The bill updates the application process to align with the Pennsylvania REAL ID Compliance Act, allowing non-citizens to apply for a driver's license by establishing lawful presence in the United States. It introduces a new type of non-REAL ID driver's license that will be clearly labeled as "Not for REAL ID Purposes" and provides strict privacy protections for applicants. These protections include preventing the use of applicant information for immigration enforcement without a court order or warrant, prohibiting the retention of documents beyond what is necessary to verify authenticity, and restricting the disclosure of personal information to immigration enforcement agencies or employers. The bill also removes previous language about license expiration for non-citizens and ensures that non-REAL ID licenses cannot be used as sole evidence of citizenship or immigration status and cannot be the basis for investigating, arresting, or detaining an individual. The changes will take effect 60 days after the bill's enactment.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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