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HB 4191

Traffic control: driver license; program to provide driver license and state identification cards to parolees; provide for. Amends sec. 307 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.307). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4192'23, HB 4193'23

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Abraham Aiyash and 21 co-sponsors

Michigan program authorizes issuing driver licenses and state IDs to parolees to facilitate reentry and employment, but Governor vetoed citing unspecified concerns.

vetoed by the Governor 01/17/2025
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Bill Summary · HB 4191

Legislative bill overview

HB 4191 would amend Michigan's driver licensing law to establish a program providing driver licenses and state identification cards to individuals on parole. The bill is tied to companion legislation (HB 4192 and HB 4193) that likely address related implementation details and funding mechanisms.

Why is this important

Driver licenses are essential documents for employment, housing, and basic civic participation. Individuals on parole often lack valid identification, creating barriers to reintegration and increasing recidivism risk. This program could facilitate successful reentry into society while reducing administrative costs associated with criminal justice involvement.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and funding: Questions about who bears the expense for issuing licenses and IDs to parolees, and whether this diverts resources from other DMV functions
  • Public safety concerns: Debate over whether individuals under state supervision should automatically receive government-issued identification versus case-by-case assessment
  • Implementation logistics: Uncertainty about how the program would operate—whether it's mandatory for parolees, voluntary, or administered through parole offices versus standard DMV channels

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

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