Conference panel agrees to clarify DMV language on Real ID and operator's-privilege cards

May 30, 2025

Legislative counsel presented DMV-drafted language clarifying that informing applicants about operator's-privilege cards is subject to federal law; DMV staff said the change codifies current practice. Committees asked for drafting alternatives and agreed to add the language to the next draft.

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Legislative counsel presented revised language clarifying how the Department of Motor Vehicles should inform applicants who cannot or will not comply with the federal Real ID Act about alternatives such as an operator’s-privilege card or a non‑driver ID.

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