The bill amends section 322.142 of the Florida Statutes to enhance the use of driver license information for fraud prevention and identity verification. It authorizes the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to provide access to certain driver license information to state agencies and specific third parties, contingent upon the licensee's consent. Additionally, identity verification service providers are permitted to use department data under certain conditions, ensuring that the data remains in the department's possession. Revenue generated from these agreements will be deposited into the Highway Safety Operating Trust Fund.
Furthermore, the bill imposes restrictions on the retention and use of sensitive information by identity verification service providers and third parties. Specifically, providers are prohibited from retaining Internet protocol addresses, geolocation data, or other location-related information, while third parties are barred from storing or selling images, signatures, or data without the licensee's consent. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.