If enacted, this bill would amend current statutes regarding nonoperating identification and driver licenses in Arizona to allow for a distinguishing mark that identifies the licensee as an enrolled member of a federally recognized Native American tribe located in Arizona. Specifically, it would require the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) to permit this mark if the applicant elects to include it and provides satisfactory proof of their tribal enrollment. The bill specifies that the distinguishing mark cannot identify a specific tribe or include other personal information from the proof documents.

Additionally, the bill outlines acceptable forms of proof for tribal enrollment, including enhanced tribal cards, tribal identification cards, certificates of Indian blood, and affidavits of birth from tribal or Bureau of Indian Affairs sources. It also includes technical changes to existing language regarding the issuance of licenses, ensuring that the process minimizes the potential for photo alteration or superimposition. The changes would take effect on January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-3165, 28-3166, 41-601
House Engrossed Version: 28-3165, 28-3166, 41-601
Senate Engrossed Version: 28-3165, 28-3166, 41-601