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SB 1328

Release of Driver License Information

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jonathan Martin

SB 1328 modifies Florida rules governing access to and release of personal driver license information maintained by state motor vehicle authorities.

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Bill Summary · SB 1328

Legislative bill overview

SB 1328 would modify Florida law regarding the release and use of driver license information held by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. The bill appears to adjust restrictions on who can access this personal data and under what circumstances. Without the full bill text available, the specific changes to current privacy protections cannot be detailed.

Why is this important

Driver license information is sensitive personal data that includes names, addresses, photographs, and identification numbers. How this information is controlled and shared affects millions of Floridians' privacy and potential exposure to identity theft, stalking, or misuse. These policies also impact legitimate uses by law enforcement, businesses, and government agencies.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy protection vs. access needs: Balancing public safety and legitimate institutional access against individual privacy rights and data security risks
  • Third-party commercial use: Questions about whether private companies (insurers, marketers, data brokers) should access driver license databases and under what restrictions
  • Government agency scope: Determining which state and federal agencies should have access and whether current restrictions are appropriate or overly burdensome

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

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