This bill aims to allow the issuance of a digitized identification card in addition to a digitized driver's license in Arkansas. It amends existing law to include provisions for the application process for a digitized identification card, which will be available to individuals who do not possess a driver's license. The Office of Driver Services is authorized to collect a fee for the issuance of these digitized cards, which shall not exceed ten dollars ($10.00). The bill also clarifies that both digitized driver's licenses and identification cards will be accessible via mobile devices and will display the current status of the respective licenses or cards.

Additionally, the bill includes an emergency clause, emphasizing the immediate necessity of providing Arkansas citizens with access to digitized identification options at minimal costs. It outlines that the digitized identification card will contain the same data elements as the physical card and can be accepted by both public and private entities for identification purposes. The fees collected will be directed to the State Treasury to support the administration of these digitized services. The act is set to take effect upon approval by the Governor or after the expiration of the veto period.

Statutes affected:
HB 1135: 27-16-817
Act 17: 27-16-817