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HB 1135

RELATING TO THE WAGE AND HOUR LAW.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Nadine Nakamura

HB 1135 allows Arkansas residents to obtain digitized identification cards, improving access and streamlining the process while potentially lowering fees for these IDs.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 1135

Summary of House Bill 1135 (HB 1135)

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 1135 (HB 1135) aims to enhance the Arkansas Wage and Hour Law by allowing for the issuance of digitized identification cards and amending the fee structure for digitized driver's licenses and identification cards. The bill seeks to improve access to identification for Arkansas residents and streamline the process of obtaining these digital forms of identification.

Key Provisions

  • Digitized Identification Card: The bill provides for the issuance of a digitized state identification card, in addition to the existing option for a digitized driver's license.
  • Fee Structure: It authorizes the Office of Driver Services (ODS) to charge a fee for the issuance of these digitized cards, which may be less than the previously mandated fee of $10. The exact fee will be determined at the discretion of the ODS but cannot exceed $10.
  • Current Status Display: Both the digitized driver's license and the digitized identification card will display the current status of the holder's identification, including whether it is valid, expired, or suspended.
  • Emergency Clause: The bill includes an emergency clause, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage.

Affected Parties

  • Arkansas Residents: Individuals holding a valid Arkansas driver's license or state identification card will benefit from the option to access a digitized version of their identification.
  • Office of Driver Services: The ODS will be responsible for implementing the changes, including updating their systems and training staff.

Procedural Aspects

  • Introduced: January 15, 2025
  • Status: The bill was introduced and passed its first reading on the same day. It has since moved through various legislative stages, including committee reviews and votes in both the House and Senate.
  • Effective Date: The provisions of HB 1135 will take effect immediately due to the emergency clause, following its passage.

Legislative Actions

  • February 6, 2025: Notification that HB 1135 is now Act 17.
  • February 5, 2025: The bill was correctly enrolled and ordered transmitted to the Governor's Office.
  • February 4, 2025: The emergency clause was adopted, and the bill passed its final readings in both chambers.

Conclusion

HB 1135 represents a significant step towards modernizing identification processes in Arkansas by introducing digitized options for state identification. This bill not only aims to improve accessibility for residents but also seeks to streamline administrative processes within the Office of Driver Services.

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

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