Senate Bill No. 1150 aims to provide no-cost driver's license and identity card renewals for veterans in Connecticut by amending Section 14-41 of the general statutes. The bill allows the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles to waive renewal fees for individuals whose licenses indicate their veteran status. If a veteran applies for renewal more than six months before their license expires, they will receive a voucher for free renewal during that six-month period. Additionally, the bill authorizes contractors and municipalities to issue duplicate licenses and identity cards, as well as conduct registration transactions, with a maximum convenience fee of eight dollars.

The bill also repeals and substitutes Section 1-1h, which governs the application process for identity cards, while maintaining the requirement for identification and a fee, with waivers available for certain individuals, including veterans. The new provisions specify that identity cards will expire within seven years of the applicant's next birthday and include notification requirements before expiration. Furthermore, the bill classifies misrepresentation of age or deceit in obtaining an identity card as a class D misdemeanor, leading to revocation by the commissioner. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and is projected to result in an annual revenue loss of approximately $180,000 to the Special Transportation Fund due to the waived fees for veterans.

Statutes affected:
Committee Bill: 14-41, 1-1h
VA Joint Favorable: 14-41, 1-1h
File No. 252: 14-41, 1-1h