Bill > SB1229

This bill establishes new regulations for driver licenses in Oklahoma, particularly focusing on personal information protection and privacy for REAL ID Noncompliant Driver Licenses and Identification Cards. The bill creates a separate, siloed database for personally identifiable information (which includes name, date of birth, gender, driver's license number, biometric data, address, and signature) for noncompliant licenses. Applicants can request a biometric data waiver, after which Service Oklahoma must delete their personal information within 90 days, cannot share this information with third parties, and can only use it for limited background check purposes. The bill also allows individuals with religious objections to receive a photo-less license, which instead requires fingerprinting. Service Oklahoma must provide electronic reports every six months confirming compliance, and the Chief Information Officer and State Auditor will conduct annual reviews. If Service Oklahoma is found non-compliant in these reviews, the Executive Director can be removed from office. Additionally, the bill modifies provisions related to the Executive Director's appointment, powers, and potential removal, including allowing removal by a two-thirds vote of the Legislature or under specific compliance conditions. The bill takes effect immediately due to an emergency clause related to public safety.

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1229&Session=2600