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Committee hears HB 469 to bar recognition of certain out‑of‑state driver credentials; opponents raise state‑ID concerns
Summary
Rep. Tracy Sharp said HB 469 would make Montana refuse recognition of driver credentials issued to people who cannot attest to lawful U.S. presence; opponents warned the bill could inadvertently change state ID documentation standards. Committee discussion focused on placement of language and effect on state IDs.
Representative Tracy Sharp opened House Bill 469 by describing practices in other states that issue driving privilege cards or driver licenses to people who cannot attest to lawful presence. Sharp said Montana should refuse to recognize those credentials and told the committee: "This bill says don't come to Montana if you're not in The United States…
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