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SB 1361

Driver licenses; requiring that certain persons not be charge certain fee. Effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dusty Deevers

Overview: SB 1361 - Driver licenses; requiring that certain persons not be charge certain fee. Effective date.Purpose and Intent: The main purpose of this bill is to exempt certain

Second Reading referred to Rules Committee then to Appropriations Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 1361

Overview: SB 1361 - Driver licenses; requiring that certain persons not be charge certain fee. Effective date.
Purpose and Intent: The main purpose of this bill is to exempt certain individuals from having to pay a fee when applying for or renewing a driver's license. The bill aims to reduce financial barriers and improve access to driver's licenses.

Key Provisions:
- Exempts individuals who are experiencing homelessness or living below the federal poverty line from having to pay the standard driver's license application or renewal fee.
- Requires the Department of Motor Vehicles to establish a process for individuals to self-certify their eligibility for the fee exemption.
- Specifies that the fee exemption applies to both original issuance and renewal of driver's licenses.

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals experiencing homelessness or living in poverty would benefit from the fee exemption, making it more affordable for them to obtain or renew a driver's license.
- The Department of Motor Vehicles would be responsible for implementing the fee exemption process and verifying applicant eligibility.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill was authored by Senator Deevers and was introduced on February 18, 2025.
- The current status of the bill is that it has been introduced and is awaiting further legislative action.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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